Exterior cladding gives the outside walls of your property a fresh, weatherproof finish and can transform the look of a tired or damaged facade. We fit a range of cladding systems to homes and commercial buildings in Aylsham and the surrounding area. Whether you need to cover crumbling render, improve insulation or simply update the appearance of your property, cladding is a practical and long-lasting solution.
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Exterior cladding is the fitting of a protective outer layer to the walls of a building. It serves two purposes: it shields the underlying structure from rain, frost and wind, and it dramatically changes how a property looks. Homeowners in Aylsham and nearby places such as Norwich, Hellesdon and Drayton often turn to cladding when render has cracked, brickwork has become porous, or the property simply looks dated and tired.
Cladding is not only for older homes. It is fitted to new builds, commercial units, garages, extensions and outbuildings. If water is getting into a wall cavity or you are losing heat through an uninsulated outer leaf, cladding with an insulated backing board can tackle both problems at the same time.
There is no single cladding product that suits every building. The right choice depends on the age of the property, the wall construction, your budget and the look you want. The most common systems we install are:
We will always discuss the options with you before any work starts. The age and condition of the existing wall, what it is built from and how exposed the property is to weather all affect which system is most appropriate.
A cladding installation is not simply a case of screwing boards to a wall. The existing surface needs to be assessed and, where necessary, repaired before anything goes over it. Loose render, damp masonry or rotten window frames need to be dealt with first - covering problems up traps moisture and leads to far worse damage later.
A timber or metal batten framework is typically fixed to the wall to create a ventilated cavity behind the cladding. This gap allows air to circulate, preventing condensation from building up against the wall. The cladding boards or panels are then fixed to this frame, starting at the base and working upward with each board lapping over the one below to shed water away from the wall.
Trims, corner pieces, window surrounds and soffit finishing are all part of a professional installation. These details are where a poor job shows up most quickly - ill-fitting corner trims or open gaps around window frames let water in and spoil the appearance. We cut and fit every piece on site rather than leaving gaps or using excessive sealant to make up for poor measuring.
For insulated systems, the board is fixed directly to the masonry using specialist fixings, the joints are taped and a base coat with reinforcing mesh is applied before the final render coat goes on. This type of installation is more involved and typically takes longer, but it delivers the best thermal improvement.
For a standard semi-detached house in Aylsham, a uPVC or composite cladding job to the front elevation typically takes two to three days. A full wrap of a detached property will take longer. Insulated render board systems take more time because each coat needs to cure before the next is applied. We will give you a realistic timescale when we assess the job.
Work is planned around the weather where possible. Render-based systems should not be applied in very cold conditions or when rain is forecast, as this affects how the coatings cure. uPVC and composite cladding can be fitted in most conditions.
Exterior cladding in Aylsham typically costs between £80 and £150 per square metre for uPVC or composite systems, including fitting, battens and trims. Insulated render board systems are generally priced between £120 and £200 per square metre depending on the thickness of insulation and the finish chosen. Timber cladding falls in a similar range to uPVC, though ongoing maintenance costs should be factored in.
The total price for a property depends on its size, the condition of the existing wall, how much preparation work is needed and the difficulty of access. A scaffold may be needed for anything above ground floor level, and this is a fixed cost that applies regardless of the size of the job. Always get a written price that itemises materials, labour, preparation and access separately so you can compare quotes accurately.
Roofers work at height every day and understand how water moves across and into a building. Cladding that is not correctly lapped, detailed or ventilated causes exactly the same problems as a badly fitted roof - water ingress, trapped moisture and eventual structural damage. The skills involved in cutting, fixing and weather-sealing cladding are closely related to roofing work, which is why many roofing contractors carry out cladding as a natural extension of what they do.
Working at height on a domestic property without proper access equipment is dangerous. Scaffolding or a correctly set up tower is not optional - it is how the job is done safely and properly. A professional contractor will plan the access before starting, not improvise with ladders.
We carry out exterior cladding work in Aylsham and across the surrounding area. Norfolk properties vary widely in age and construction - from Victorian terraced houses and Edwardian semis to postwar council-built homes and modern new builds. Each type has different wall construction, and the cladding system needs to be matched to what is underneath.
Older solid-wall properties in particular benefit from insulated systems, as solid walls conduct heat far more readily than cavity walls. If your property was built before the 1930s, it is worth asking about the insulated board option when you get quotes.
If you have noticed any of these on your property in Aylsham or the nearby area, cladding may be the most cost-effective fix. Get in touch with us to arrange a look at the property and we will give you a straight assessment of what is needed and what it is likely to cost.
If you are based nearby and want an honest price for exterior cladding, call us to arrange a site visit. We will look at the walls, talk through the options and give you a clear written quote so you know exactly what you are paying for before any work starts.
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