
MI Homesiding & Roofing
Cedar · James Hardie · LP SmartSide · Vinyl · TruLog Steel
Built for Pigeon Forge cabins, vacation rentals, and primary homes — from Wears Valley to the Dollywood Parkway.
EXCELLENT
Based on 61 reviews
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Andreas EnnsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
The guys were very responsive and did a great job!Posted on Google![]()
Lauren Senesac NicholsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Mel was so easy to work with. We had him out because we needed to figure out how to fix a roof leak where the flashing wasn't done right (and part of the siding was also not right). He did a thorough inspection and explained to me what issues he saw. His quote was similar to the other we got. We ended up having him put on a new roof, with a new under shingle ventilation system and a roof vent. He also corrected siding issues (and flashing), fixed some rotten trim, and repainted part of the siding and trim. Everything looks great! His crews were very nice. Of all the contractors we've worked with on various renovations, Mel was easily one of the best at quickly responding when we had a question or saw an issue we wanted handled differently. We'll definitely hire him again if we need roof or siding work!Posted on Google![]()
James KellerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Mel and his team were extremely thorough in identifying and correcting a water leakage problem from the top of our deck into the enclosed sun room below. They were both professional and courteous and provided great follow up after the job was completed. I highly recommend MI Homesiding & Roofing for any problem that involves water leakage into your home. I will definitely use MI in the future.Posted on Google![]()
Laura RomansTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Highly recommend MI Homesiding! They completed a major home exterior project for us including replacing and painting our siding as well as replacing our roofing and gutters. They did an excellent job and we began getting compliments immediately from our neighbors about it! Mel was very communicative and proactive, listened to our questions and ideas, and took care of things in a timely manner. His team was always professional and the work is just superb! We not only recommend MI Homesiding, we will be using them again for future projects ourselves.Posted on Google![]()
Ricardas LukosiunasTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I found MI Homesiding & Roofing through their YouTube channel and called with a few questions about siding. Even though I’m not located in Tennessee and wouldn’t be hiring them directly, they answered the phone right away and took the time to answer every question in detail. They provided specific, helpful information and even assisted me in finding a contractor in my area. It’s rare to find a company so willing to help someone who isn’t even a local customer. Awesome people, excellent service, and truly knowledgeable. Thank you so much!Posted on Google![]()
Jeff NeldenTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Exceptionally pleased with entire process and results. Most professional estimate I received, good communication, timely, and did what they said they would. Building looks exceptional. I highly recommend Mel and his crew,Posted on Google![]()
George Corley, JrTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Mi Home Siding did a great job. Mel was very profrssional and was on time. He replaced sidng on my chimney and flashed the top. I would highly recommed them. As a previous home builder, Mel's craftmansship was surperb. I will call them again for future work.Posted on Google![]()
Charlotte HensonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Very good experience. Knowledgeable, efficient, prompt and very friendly. Will definitely use Mel in the future and will recommend him to others. Happy with the service. Good price. !!Posted on Google![]()
jeff ScottTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
The Video Says it All…. From Hardie Board Siding , To Roofing and Flashing to Painting..THEY DO IT ALL Exceptionally Well! I Highly Recommend MI Siding And Mr Mel (Sorry, Out of Breath) just came from a Run..
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Who you are actually hiring, and who stands behind the work.
James Hardie™ ALLIANCE Affiliate
Fiber cement siding · Affiliate level

True Metal Supply
Metal roofing and siding supplier

BBB Accredited Business — A+ Rating
Licensed Home Improvement Contractor
Tennessee license #13334 · General Liability and Workers’ Compensation insured
Pigeon Forge is one of the toughest siding markets in East Tennessee.
Between log cabins, vacation rentals, and primary homes, the siding here takes constant abuse — guest traffic, mountain humidity, fog mornings, forest canopy moisture, and rental turnover that demands fast and reliable repairs between bookings.
Many cabin owners have cedar, log, board & batten, or T1-11 siding exposed to constant moisture and elevation-driven temperature swings. Vinyl in older subdivisions warps. Trim rots faster at altitude. Woodpecker damage is common in forested areas.
We install and repair siding on full-time homes, vacation cabins, log structures, and rental investment properties — and we plan around your booking schedule when needed.
For full exterior projects, see our Pigeon Forge exterior contractor page and Pigeon Forge roofing page.
🏠 Siding Installation — Cedar, log, Hardie, LP SmartSide, vinyl, metal
🔨 Siding Replacement — Full system replacement
🛠️ Siding Repair — Loose panels, leaks, rot
🪵 Cedar Siding Repair — Cabin and log home specific
🌧️ Storm Damage Repair — Insurance claims
💧 Water Behind Siding — Hidden moisture
🪚 Rotted Siding Repair — Trim, fascia, sheathing
🪶 Woodpecker Damage — Forest cabin repair
🛠️ Improper Installation Repair — Fix bad work

The most common siding issues we see across Pigeon Forge:
Log cabins and short-term rentals: cedar and log siding graying, splitting, or rotting from constant forest moisture; failed flashing at log-to-wall transitions; hot tub and deck areas pushing water into lower siding; loose panels from guest traffic; and woodpecker damage common at elevation.
Wears Valley and mountain cabins: weathered cedar that has lost its protective oils, soft trim around windows from years of humidity, T1-11 siding rotting at the bottom edge, and board & batten with failing battens from improper fastening.
Newer subdivisions and Dollywood Parkway homes: improper installation, tight vinyl panels, gaps behind J-channels, missing flashing at wall transitions, and trim damage from years of caulking failure.
Learn more about common siding problems, why siding fails in Knoxville weather, and woodpecker damage repair.
| Material | Best For | Manufacturer Warranty |
|---|---|---|
| 🪵 Cedar Siding | Log cabins, natural texture | Varies by product |
| 🔥 TruLog Steel | Log look, no maintenance | Varies by profile and tier |
| 🏠 James Hardie | Rentals, fire resistance | 30-yr limited, non-prorated |
| 🪵 LP SmartSide | Engineered wood look | 5/50 limited (LP terms) |
| 🏠 Vinyl Siding | Budget-friendly, low maintenance | Varies by product |
| 🏠 Shiplap Siding | Modern cabin look | Varies by product |

Pigeon Forge sits in the Smoky Mountain foothills along the Little Pigeon River.
That position brings heavy rainfall, mountain humidity, fog, and elevation-driven temperature swings that push siding installation details harder than in flatter parts of the state.
Forest canopy traps moisture against cabin walls. River-valley fog stays on exteriors longer. Wind funneled through Wears Valley tests every fastener. Cabins at higher elevations face additional ice damming risk during winter cold snaps.
We install with proper house wrap, flashing at every transition, correct fastener spacing for expansion, and material choices matched to each home's elevation and exposure.
Learn more about why siding fails in Knoxville weather — the same conditions intensify at Pigeon Forge elevations.
A low siding quote in Pigeon Forge usually means cuts you cannot see — and on a rental that needs to be guest-ready, those cuts become a much bigger problem fast.
Cheap installs skip flashing tapes, ignore moisture barriers, use weak fastening, treat every cabin the same regardless of elevation, and rush trim details at corners.
The cabin looks fine the day the crew leaves. The next storm or busy rental month exposes the shortcuts.
Most of the siding jobs we redo in Pigeon Forge started as a low bid from another contractor who never addressed how cabin elevation, forest moisture, or rental traffic change the install. See our improper siding installation repair page.


Pigeon Forge siding is not standard. Log cabins, rentals, and mountain homes each face different moisture, traffic, and exposure problems than flat-terrain properties.
Our team provides owner-led inspections, itemized estimates, root-cause siding repairs, and scheduling that respects rental booking calendars when needed. We work across Pigeon Forge, Sevierville, Gatlinburg, and the rest of Sevier County, backed by more than 20 years of hands-on construction and exterior remodeling experience.
Licensed Home Improvement Contractor in Tennessee. Workers' Compensation Insured. Family Owned & Operated. Bilingual English and Spanish service.
Call for a free siding estimate: (865) 243-1243
We serve all of Pigeon Forge and surrounding Sevier County communities, including
and the rest of Surrounding East Tennessee around Knoxville.

Log cabins and rental property, where matching an existing profile matters as much as the new material.
What the written estimate itemizes. Square footage by elevation, the product line and profile by name, the weather-resistive barrier, flashing at every opening and transition, trim, fasteners, caulking and finish, an allowance for sheathing repair, and removal and disposal of the existing cladding. Where two siding quotes differ sharply, the gap is almost always in the barrier, the flashing and the sheathing allowance.
How long it takes. A typical full siding replacement may take about one to two weeks of working time, depending on home size, material, weather, access, hidden damage and project scope. That is an expectation rather than a guarantee, and we do not promise a fixed completion date.
Two warranties, not one. The manufacturer covers the product and we cover the installation. Our workmanship warranty is a one-year limited warranty on siding work, and five years on a full James Hardie replacement. We publish both rather than one blanket figure.
Paying for it. Financing options may be available through a third-party financing partner, subject to approval and the provider’s terms. We are not the lender.
Serving Pigeon Forge as a James Hardie™ ALLIANCE Affiliate · Licensed Home Improvement Contractor (TN #13334) · BBB Accredited with an A+ rating · Workers’ Compensation and General Liability carried · family owned and operated, bilingual English and Spanish · 20+ years of hands-on construction and exterior remodeling experience · rated 5.0 from 61 Google reviews.
This page is about siding specifically in Pigeon Forge: the materials we install, repair and full replacement, what the written estimate itemizes, how long the work takes and what the warranty covers.
If you are weighing more than one exterior project at once, that is a different question and a different page. Our Pigeon Forge exterior remodeling page covers the full range of what we do there — siding, roofing, gutters, soffit and fascia, windows and trim — and is the better starting point when the whole exterior is in play. If it is the roof you are thinking about, see roofing in Pigeon Forge.
Yes. We handle siding repair and replacement on log cabins, vacation rentals, and Airbnb properties. We plan around your booking schedule and can prioritize urgent repairs that affect guest stays.
Yes. Cedar and log siding are common on Pigeon Forge cabins and need specialized repair. We handle graying, splitting, rot, log settlement gaps, and damaged panels — and we explain when repair makes sense versus full replacement.
James Hardie fiber cement and LP SmartSide handle mountain moisture and fire risk best. Cedar gives the classic cabin look but needs maintenance. TruLog steel offers the log-cabin appearance without maintenance and works well on rentals. We recommend based on elevation, exposure, and how the property is used.
Yes. On-site siding estimates are free for standard projects across Pigeon Forge. For complex inspections involving log cabins, rentals, or suspected hidden damage, we offer a $350 Technical Assessment that is credited back if you move forward with the project.
If we find rot, damaged sheathing, or moisture damage behind the existing siding, we stop and document it with photos. We explain the scope and provide a written Change Order before continuing. Hidden damage is documented and priced in a written Change Order before any new material goes over it.
Service life depends on the specific product, the quality of the installation, how water is managed behind the wall, exposure and maintenance more than on the material name. What is documented is warranty coverage: James Hardie carries a 30-year limited non-prorated warranty and LP SmartSide a 5/50 limited warranty, while generic vinyl, cedar and metal products vary by manufacturer. Pigeon Forge's mountain humidity, forest canopy moisture, and rental property traffic can shorten service life if installation details are skipped.
If your Pigeon Forge home, cabin, or rental property has loose panels, leaks, rotted trim, woodpecker damage, or original siding that is failing, now is the time to act before the damage spreads.
Call for a free siding estimate: (865) 243-1243
Licensed Home Improvement Contractor · Insured · Family Owned & Operated Bilingual Service · 5-Star Rated on Google · Serving Pigeon Forge & East Tennessee