Engineered for moisture.
Wood-strand panels are factory-treated with zinc borate and resin binders for resistance to fungal decay, swelling, and termites — built for wet Western Washington climates.
LP SmartSide siding installation — Tacoma & Puget Sound
LP SmartSide Engineered Wood Siding Installation in Western Washington.
LP SmartSide gives Pacific Northwest homes the warmth of real wood with engineered moisture resistance, factory treatment, and lap or panel formats that hold up to Puget Sound rain. PrimeGuard Exteriors installs LP SmartSide across Tacoma, Seattle, Olympia, Gig Harbor, and the South Sound.
What it looks like
Engineered wood — material and on a home.
Engineered wood (LP SmartSide-style) — close-up
Factory-primed engineered wood lap, smooth low-emboss surface in a warm taupe finish. Treated for moisture, mold, and termites at the factory.
Classic PNW two-story — engineered wood lap with shutters
Warm taupe engineered wood lap, white trim, and dark composite shutters. Holds paint long-term in the Puget Sound climate.
Why homeowners choose it
Why LP SmartSide is the sweet spot for PNW siding projects.
Real-wood look.
Cedar grain texture, deep shadow lines, and lap or shake profiles deliver the warm appearance homeowners want without the maintenance cost of real cedar.
Faster install than fiber cement.
Lighter weight, longer lengths, and standard fastening cut labor hours, which often makes LP SmartSide more affordable per square foot installed than premium fiber cement.
Lifetime workmanship coverage.
LP SmartSide carries a strong substrate warranty from the manufacturer. PrimeGuard backs the installation with our 2-Year Workmanship Warranty + Manufacturer Warranties* for the original homeowner.
Formats we install
Lap, panel, board-and-batten, and trim.
Lap siding
Classic horizontal lap profile in 6″, 8″, and 12″ exposures. Most popular look for traditional and craftsman homes.
Panel siding
Vertical panel format with optional batten strips for modern board-and-batten elevations.
Shake & shingle
Cedar-look shake panels for gable accents, dormers, and full-elevation cottage styles.
Trim & fascia
Matching LP SmartSide trim boards and fascia for a unified factory-finished exterior.
Our LP SmartSide install process
How a PrimeGuard re-side actually runs.
- Free in-home estimate. Measure, photograph, talk through profile and color options, email a written quote.
- Material order. We pre-stage LP SmartSide, trim, and fasteners before the crew arrives.
- Tear-off & rot inspection. Existing siding comes off; any dry rot or structural issues are documented and reviewed with you before repair.
- Weather barrier & flashing. Fresh house wrap and flashing details done right, not patched in.
- LP SmartSide install. Manufacturer fastening pattern, factory-finished trim, clean caulk lines.
- Walkthrough. Final inspection with you. Warranty paperwork delivered in writing.
LP SmartSide FAQ
Quick answers homeowners ask.
How long does LP SmartSide last in the Pacific Northwest?
With proper installation and a maintained finish, LP SmartSide typically performs for 30–50 years. The manufacturer offers a multi-decade limited substrate warranty.
Is LP SmartSide cheaper than fiber cement?
Material costs are comparable, but installed cost is often lower because LP SmartSide is lighter and faster to handle. We give an exact price at your free estimate.
Does it need to be painted?
LP SmartSide is available prefinished from the factory or paint-ready for a custom on-site color. We walk through both options at your estimate.
What service areas do you cover?
Tacoma, Seattle, Bellevue, Olympia, Gig Harbor, Puyallup, Lakewood, Federal Way, and the surrounding Puget Sound and South Sound communities.
Get a real LP SmartSide quote for your home.
Free in-home estimate. Bring questions, we'll bring samples and pricing in writing.
* 2-Year Workmanship Warranty + Manufacturer Warranties. Full terms in your signed contract.