Siding contractor for Boring and the surrounding acreage
Boring is a rural community in Clackamas County, southeast of Gresham. Six-Point Siding, Inc. is based in Gresham, so Boring is a short drive. Dave Shaffer is a second-generation sider with about 40 years of hands-on experience. He is licensed in Oregon (CCB #153635, business licensed since 2002), and he is personally on every job.
Homes and land in Boring
Boring is mostly unincorporated country, with homes on larger lots, acreage and hobby farms, plus some smaller subdivisions nearby. The mix includes older farmhouses, mid-century ranches, and newer custom or manufactured homes. We do not assume what is on your walls. We look.
What sets Boring apart from the flatter, denser parts of East County is the setting. Houses often sit among tall Douglas fir and other trees, on land that stays damp.
What shade, firs and moss do to siding
Shade keeps siding wet. A wall that gets no sun dries slowly. Water that sits on the surface works into joints and edges.
Moss and algae. Moss holds moisture against the siding and trim. On a roof edge or a deck, it can mean a constant wet spot above or beside the wall.
Needles and debris. Fir needles pile up on roof valleys, window sills, deck ledgers and the bottom of walls, and hold water in places that should drain.
Falling limbs and storms. Wind and winter storms bring branches down. Dents, splits and cracked boards show up after storms.
Close planting. Brush, ferns and shrubs against the siding keep the bottom courses damp. We look for rot there first.
What to do about it: keep trees trimmed back from the house, keep soil, bark dust and plantings away from the siding, and clear debris from roof edges and sills. When we replace siding, we install it with proper clearance, flashing and a drainage gap. For material choices, see our guide to the best siding for Oregon rain.
Rural homes and siding choices
On shaded rural properties, James Hardie fiber cement is a strong choice because it does not rot. It still needs washing and paint upkeep, and it still needs to be installed right. Cedar suits farmhouse and Craftsman looks and can work well when walls get some light and air. See Hardie versus cedar for the trade-offs.
Hardie products carry the manufacturer’s warranty. We do not install vinyl siding or LP SmartSide.
Services in Boring
- Siding replacement in Hardie or cedar.
- Siding repair and dry rot repair.
- Trim, soffit and fascia.
- Windows and sliding glass doors and decks. Decks under firs get slick and wet, so rot can start at the ledger where deck meets house.
We do not do gutters, roofing or standalone painting.
Permits in Boring
Boring is unincorporated, so building permits for properties there are typically handled by Clackamas County rather than a city. Check with Clackamas County about your address and your project. Repairs often do not need a permit. A full re-side might. See our permits guide for what to ask.
Why Boring homeowners call Dave
Dave comes to the property, walks the walls, and shows you what he finds. He is also honest when a repair will do. Estimates are free. Our cost guide covers the factors, and Dave gives the exact number. You can verify our license before you call.
We also serve nearby Gresham, Damascus and Sandy.
Call or text Dave: 503-260-7647. Free estimates for Boring homeowners.
Boring siding questions
Why does my Boring house stay so green and mossy?
Tall firs shade walls and roofs, and shaded siding stays damp for days after rain. Moss and algae follow. Trimming limbs back, keeping plants away from walls, and good clearance at the bottom courses all help.
Who handles siding permits in Boring?
Boring is unincorporated, so Clackamas County is usually the place to check, though your exact address matters. Ask whether your project needs a permit. Small repairs often do not, a full re-side may.
Do you work on rural properties with long driveways?
Yes. Dave works on rural and acreage properties around East County. Tell us about access when you call or text, and we will plan around it.