Contractor responsibilities: 1. Provide a list included in the bid process, of materials to be used including manufacturer and model numbers. 2. Install new insulation with seams sealed with appropriate tape or other appropriate sealing method. 3. Install new composite cement siding equivalent to HardiePlank lap siding. Components shall have a 25 year minimum material warranty provided by the manufacturer. 4. Install new trim components around windows, soffits and roof flashing, existing inside and outside corners as per manufacturer’s recommendations for the product installation. 5. Seal all seams as per manufacturer’s recommendations for the product installation. 6. Provide a warranty against installation defects for a period of 5 years. 7. Siding to be factory colored. Color to be chosen by Owner from a pallet of stock “gray” tones. 8. Siding profile of 4” – 9” lap designs are acceptable. 9. Clean up construction area when project is complete.