This Marietta exterior remodeling project helped a local home look fresher, function better, and feel more complete. Nelson Exteriors handled the siding, windows, gutters, paint, and sunroom updates with one coordinated team.
Project Background: What the Homeowners Wanted to Improve
The homeowners wanted to update several parts of their exterior at the same time. Their biggest goals were to replace aging gutters, update the windows, repair areas of rot, and give the home a cleaner, more modern look.
They also wanted the back porch to feel more finished and useful. Instead of treating each item as a separate project, Nelson Exteriors helped them look at the home's exterior as one connected update.
That planning mattered. When siding, windows, gutters, paint, and porch work all happen together, each choice affects the next step.
Project Details: What Nelson Exteriors Updated
Nelson Exteriors completed a whole-home exterior update that included siding, windows, gutters, exterior painting, and porch improvements. The project included:
- Full siding replacement with James Hardie HZ10 lap siding in a woodgrain texture
- Soffit and fascia replacement
- New 6-inch gutters with gutter covers
- 32 Master 2800 Series Vinyl double-hung replacement windows
- 4 Master 2800 Series Vinyl transom windows
- A redesigned front window layout
- A new framed-in laundry room window
- Screened-in porch conversion into a sunroom
- New vinyl picture windows in the sunroom
- A new Therma-Tru door
- Two new coats of exterior paint
The front of the home received one of the biggest visual updates. Nelson Exteriors replaced the older circle-top and picture window layout with four taller double-hung windows and four transoms above them. The new design gave the home a more current look while still feeling natural to the home's style.
Homeowners considering a similar project can learn more about Nelson Exteriors' siding replacement services or read Nelson Exteriors' window replacement guide for Metro Atlanta.
Marietta Project Challenges: Coordinating the Big Design Changes
This project involved more than replacing old materials. Several parts required careful planning, framing, and sequencing.
The most detailed parts of the project included:
- Reframing the large front window opening
- Adding a new window in the laundry room
- Repairing rot before installing new materials
- Converting the screened-in porch into a sunroom
- Coordinating siding, windows, gutters, and paint in the right order
The back porch also required a thoughtful approach. Nelson Exteriors reframed the knee wall, installed new vinyl picture windows, and added a Therma-Tru door to create a brighter, more finished sunroom.
Throughout the project, Nelson Exteriors' project management helped keep the moving pieces organized. Project managers are on-site most days, and when they cannot be there, they still check in with the homeowner. Nelson Exteriors also completes quality control throughout the project and at completion.
Smart Choices: Style, Function, and Budget Working Together
The homeowners wanted an updated look, but they also wanted choices that made sense for the home and budget.
For the front windows, they chose top grids to add curb appeal where the design would be most visible. On the back of the home, they chose windows without grids for a cleaner look and a more budget-conscious solution.
The new 6-inch gutters with gutter covers were another practical upgrade. For homes in North Metro Atlanta, where trees, leaves, and seasonal storms can make exterior upkeep a regular concern, this type of improvement can make maintenance easier.
Material choice mattered, too. Nelson Exteriors used James Hardie HZ10 lap siding, which is designed for hot, humid southern climates and a strong fit for homes in the Atlanta area. Homeowners who want to learn more can review the James Hardie HardieZone System.
Project Outcome: A Cleaner, Brighter Exterior
By the end of the project, the home looked more polished from front to back.
The new siding and fresh paint helped the exterior feel more cohesive. The redesigned front windows became a standout curb appeal feature. The new gutters added everyday function, and the sunroom gave the homeowners a brighter space to enjoy.
Most importantly, the finished project solved several needs at once. The home did not just look better. It also had repaired rot, updated windows, improved gutters, and a more usable porch space.
That is the value of planning an exterior remodel as a complete project. When each piece works together, the final result feels cleaner, more intentional, and more enjoyable.
Have a Similar Marietta Exterior Remodeling Project in Mind?
If your home needs siding, windows, gutters, painting, porch updates, or a full exterior refresh, Nelson Exteriors can help you think through the right plan.
Nelson Exteriors is a family-owned, second-generation exterior remodeling company serving North Metro Atlanta homeowners since 1977. The team brings experienced project managers, long-tenured crews, and a helpful approach focused on what your home actually needs.
Ready to talk through your project? Schedule a Free Consultation with Nelson Exteriors today. You can contact us online, view Nelson Exteriors' areas served, or learn more about our team before getting started.
