Doherty Brothers Contracting Incorporated

Massachusetts requires a building permit for re-siding, reviewed by the Marshfield building department. Homes built before 1978 are presumed to contain lead paint, so siding work that disturbs old painted wood must follow the federal Lead RRP rule and use an EPA-certified, lead-safe contractor — common on Marshfield's older cottages. Some mid-century homes carry asbestos-cement (transite) shingles requiring licensed abatement before removal. Flood-zone and velocity-zone properties near Brant Rock, Green Harbor, and the marsh may have added requirements for water management and flashing detail. Reputable contractors handle the permit and flag lead, asbestos, or flood concerns up front.

Marshfield siding costs run a bit above the suburban average because coastal homes lean toward more durable, costlier materials. A standard vinyl re-side generally runs $12,000–$25,000; insulated (foam-backed) vinyl runs roughly $16,000–$30,000. Fiber-cement (James Hardie), the favored coastal choice, lands at $20,000–$45,000 for a whole house and is well worth it near the shore. Natural cedar shingle, the traditional beach look, runs higher still. Detailed flashing for flood-zone homes and careful work on waterfront elevations push coastal jobs toward the top of each band.

Massachusetts requires a written contract and a Home Improvement Contractor registration for most residential siding work; ask for the registration number and check it before paying a deposit.

More on permits, costs, rebates and common questions, plus every other siding contractor serving the town, on the Siding in Marshfield page.