Home Services Guidelines and Best Practices
Exterior Trim Installation
Exterior Trim Installation guidelines, FAQs and unit pricing information
January 2017
Are you looking for independent, trustworthy advice about Exterior Trim Installation? Do you need to understand common installation options? If your project calls for Exterior Trim Installation work, the following guidelines and best practices will help you understand: Is a subcontractor really necessary for Exterior Trim Installation work? Will a permit be required? What are common problem areas? How much will Exterior Trim Installation labor cost? What are the important Exterior Trim Installation quality checks that should be included in the work requirements?
Exterior Trim Installation - Frequently Asked Questions
| What is a fair price for Exterior Trim Installation? | Costs vary with project size, job quality and time of year. For typical Exterior Trim Installation expect to pay between $1.09 to $1.39 per linear foot. Additional fees are typically charged for small projects or rush jobs. |
| Is a permit needed for Exterior Trim Installation work? | Design approval and permits from your local building authority are usually not required for Exterior Trim Installation. If your home is subject to homeowner association covenants, you should verify that the Exterior Trim Installation complies with association guidelines. |
| Is it worth using a professional to perform Exterior Trim Installation work? | The appearance, functionality and useful life of the exterior trim may be compromised by poor installation. Hire the service provider carefully and tie payment milestones to appropriate quality checks (use the list below). |
| Is Exterior Trim Installation something that I can do myself? | The typical Exterior Trim Installation project can be completed by a moderately skilled do-it-yourselfer; as with any project, high quality Exterior Trim Installation requires attention to detail and careful planning. |
| How many days are typically required to complete the Exterior Trim Installation work? | This work can be completed in 1 to 2 days. |
Exterior Trim Installation - Options, Quality Checks and Important Details
Use the list below to document your expectations for level of detail and finish quality for Exterior Trim Installation. Make sure that relevant information is included in any written contracts or work orders on your project. Before any Exterior Trim Installation work begins, review the checklist with the service provider. Tie payments to satisfactory completion of this checklist.
- The layout, location, style and finish appearance of ALL materials used in Exterior Trim Installation will be approved by owner, before any work begins
- All trim runs of 16 feet or less will be made with an single continuous piece of material
- The exterior trim will be solidly attached and not slide, rock, twist or move when used
- The exterior trim will be securely anchored to structural framing
Exterior Trim Installation - Work Milestones and Project Reminders
The following list summarizes work tasks commonly performed during Exterior Trim Installation. These tasks help ensure proper completion of the exterior trim work and compliance with common manufacturer and vendor warranty requirements. Make sure that either you or your service provider takes responsibility for each of these tasks. All service provider task responsiblities should be clearly called out in the written contract or work orders.
- Complete written project plan including scope of work, quality checks, warranty, timing and payment terms; project plan should be included in contract agreement and reviewed before any work begins
- Review and approve detailed layout / plan that shows location, orientation and placement of exterior trim, before any work begins
- Manage delivery of exterior trim; verify that delivered model #, grade, finish, size, options, and quantity match the order precisely; thoroughly inspect all items for damage and proper operation; make or authorize final payment only after complete order is delivered
- Store exterior trim in a secure, dry location that is fully protected from the elements prior to installation
- Review material choices for Exterior Trim Installation with the homeowner before work begins - consider toxic exposure, allergic risks and environmental factors; purchase construction materials only after approval
- Carefully remove all manufacturers labels and clean the trim surfaces - without scraping, scratching or otherwise damaging the exterior trim
- Remove debris, dirt and dust from all work areas; unless otherwise agreed, all demolition debris and construction waste will be removed from the site within 24 hours
- Inspect Exterior Trim Installation and verify that all quality requirements and punch list items are completed correctly
- Submit final payment; pay with a check to ensure expense can be verified for tax purposes
