On the Northshore in St. Tammany Parish, Turnkey Siding installs wood siding across Slidell, from Olde Towne Slidell to Eden Isles and the Lakeshore Estates area. Wood gives a home a warm, natural face and repairs one board at a time, useful in a community that has weathered real storms. Our licensed in-house crew handles the full job with no subcontractors, so one team stays accountable. Call 504-882-9704 for a free estimate.
Wood siding looks warm and classic but is the highest-maintenance option here, needing regular sealing against rot and termites, at roughly $6 to $14 per square foot installed.
Wood Siding Built for Slidell’s Storms
Slidell sits in St. Tammany Parish on the Northshore, close to the lake, the Pearl River, and the surrounding marshes. That geography means flooding and storm surge are serious local concerns, and the town carries the memory of both Katrina and Ida. Olde Towne Slidell keeps a stock of historic homes where wood siding reads true to the period, while Eden Isles and the Lakeshore Estates area sit near the water with their own exposure. Wood gives any of them a natural, custom look, plus the practical benefit of board-by-board repairs after a rough season.
Because surge and wind lead the risk list here, we fasten wood to the 115 to 160 mph design range and detail corners and openings to hold in a storm. We also keep the lowest boards well up off grade so rising water and everyday moisture stay away from the wall. Humidity is the constant that wears on the finish, not salt, since the lake is brackish and the Gulf sits far south. We prime all sides, seal every cut, and flash so water sheds. The tradeoff stays honest: wood is our highest-maintenance siding, needing regular paint or seal, and for Slidell owners who value character and repairability after the storms they’ve seen, it’s a trade worth making.
Slidell Wood Siding Questions
Given the flood risk, is wood siding a good fit in Slidell?
It can be when we raise the lowest boards above grade and fasten to the 115 to 160 mph design range. Wood’s board-by-board repairs also help after a storm.
Do I need a permit in St. Tammany Parish?
Most Slidell re-siding jobs need a St. Tammany Parish permit and inspection, and flood-zone areas can add rules. We handle the permit and scheduling.
How much upkeep does wood need here?
Plan on a recurring paint or seal cycle, since Northshore humidity makes wood our highest-maintenance option. The natural look and easy repairs are the payoff.
Want a free wood siding estimate for your Slidell home? Call Turnkey Siding at 504-882-9704 or request one online.
