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EP DETAILSERIES™

The "Finished Look" Your Home Is Missing

EP DetailSeries™ is where curb appeal comes from — the gables, dormers, peaks, and accent walls that make a home look custom. Choose your accent style then select a Good / Better / Best / Premier package.

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Since 1971 Licensed & Insured

Mid-Michigan

ARCHITECTURAL CHARACTER

It's Not Just Siding — It's Architectural Character

Detail siding is used to break up flat elevations and add texture and shadow lines where the eye naturally looks. These focal points transform a home from “standard” to “custom.”

Style Is Not the Tier

Choose Your Accent Style

Style is not the tier — pick the look you want, then choose your package level.

Scallops accent siding

Scallops

Traditional storybook / cottage look

  • Decorative curved pattern that adds charm
  • Best on gables and feature walls
  • Vinyl scallop/shingle accent panels provide the look without wood maintenance
Shingle-look accent siding

Shingle-Look

Cedar shingle look without the upkeep

  • Straight edge or staggered shingle appearance
  • Often done with polymer shake/shingle lines
  • Clean, uniform look with excellent durability

Material Is Not the Tier

We Match the Material to the Job

Pick the maintenance level and look you want.

Vinyl Accent Panels

Best value / low maintenance

  • Cost-effective with wide color options
  • Low maintenance — no painting
  • Great for scallop and shake accents

Ideal for: Clean accents at the best price point

Polymer / Composite

Premium realism + durability

  • Deeper profiles for a more authentic look
  • Superior durability and less seasonal movement
  • Premium curb appeal on focal areas

Ideal for: The most realistic texture without wood upkeep

Engineered Wood (LP SmartSide)

Paintable, strong texture

  • Authentic wood character and depth
  • Paintable for custom color matching
  • Strong long-term performance when properly detailed

Ideal for: Homeowners who want real character and a premium look

RECOMMENDED USES

Where DetailSeries™ Works Best

Gable Peaks

Shake, Scallops, Board & Batten

Dormers

Shake or Shingle-Look

Entry Bump-Outs

Board & Batten + Trim

Accent Walls

Board & Batten or Shingle-Look

Cottage/Traditional Homes

Scallops for classic character

Our Process — Traditional, Clean, Predictable

1

Measure & Confirm Areas

Gable, dormer, bump-out measurements and layout planning

2

Pick Accent Style

Shake / Scallop / Board & Batten / Shingle-Look

3

Choose GBBP Package

Good / Better / Best / Premier

4

Install Day

Layout, lines, terminations, trim tie-ins

5

Final Walkthrough

Symmetry check + finish check

Architectural Accent Siding

EP DetailSeries™ Packages

EP DetailSeries™ is our architectural accent siding system. Each package tier controls how complete and premium the install, materials, and detailing are — not the style. Every tier can be done in Shake, Scallop, Board & Batten, or Shingle-Look.

Most homeowners choose EP DetailSelect™ (Better) for the best balance of upgraded materials, symmetry standards, and overall value.

EP DetailSeries™ — Good / Better / Best / Premier

Every tier can be done in Shake / Scallop / Board & Batten / Shingle-Look. The tier controls how complete and premium the install, materials, and detailing are.

Good

EP DetailCore

Vinyl Accent Panels

Standard Accent System

Standard Accent System

Best for: Quick curb-appeal upgrade on one focal area

  • Standard accent material selection (commonly vinyl accent panels)
  • Standard layout on 1 feature area (most often a gable peak)
  • Standard trim tie-ins (clean transitions, proper starter/finish details)
  • Clean, code-correct installation
  • EP Protection Plan workmanship coverage
Best

EP DetailElite

Polymer / Engineered Wood

Premium Accent System

Premium Accent System

Best for: Most realistic texture and most finished look

  • Premium material options (polymer shake/shingle or engineered shake accents)
  • Higher-end profile choices like Board & Batten vertical accents
  • Stronger finish standard on all detail transitions (trim returns, clean terminations)
  • Best-looking profile choice for the style selected
  • EP Protection Plan workmanship coverage
Premier

EP DetailPremier

Full Custom Design

Architectural Accent System

Architectural Accent System

Best for: Full custom-home exterior feel

  • Multiple accent areas (e.g., gables + dormer + entry bump-out)
  • Coordinated design plan: texture blocking + color strategy + trim integration
  • Premium finish expectations (tight detail work, best transitions)
  • EP Protect+ extended coverage included
What’s the Difference?

How EP DetailSeries Packages Compare

As you move up through the tiers, you get better materials, more accent coverage, and a more refined finished look.

Feature Package Biggest Difference What Gets Better
EP DetailCore Standard accent on 1 feature area Quick curb-appeal upgrade at the best price  
EP DetailSelect Upgraded material + symmetry standards Intentional, proportioned look with better trim integration  
EP DetailElite Premium material + best-looking profiles Most realistic texture and highest finish standard  
EP DetailPremier Multiple areas + coordinated design plan Full custom-home exterior feel with EP Protect+  

Not sure which is right for you? Our consultants can help you weigh the options during your free quote.

Ratings vary by manufacturer and product selection. Ask your EPHI consultant for specifics.

For many homeowners, EP DetailSelect (Better) offers the best balance of material quality, layout precision, and value.

Required Corrections

Some homes need minor prep work before accent siding can be installed. Your consultant will identify any corrections needed during your assessment.

Existing accent siding removal and disposal
Substrate repair (rotted or damaged sheathing)
Moisture barrier correction behind accent areas
Trim return correction at transition points
Flashing correction at gable/dormer peaks
Tall wall / difficult access setup allowance

Exact Package Definitions

Clear, concise definitions for each EP DetailSeries package.

EP DetailCore (Good)

Standard accent material on one feature area (most often a gable peak). Clean installation with proper starter/finish details and standard trim tie-ins.

EP DetailSelect (Better)

Upgraded material path with symmetry rules — centered layout, balanced reveals, consistent lines. Upgraded trim integration and expanded color planning.

EP DetailElite (Best)

Premium material options (polymer or engineered wood) with the best-looking profile for the style selected. Stronger finish standard on all transitions and terminations.

EP DetailPremier (Premier)

Multiple accent areas with a coordinated design plan covering texture blocking, color strategy, and trim integration. Premium finish expectations and EP Protect+ coverage.

Optional Add-Ons

Elective upgrades that can enhance your accent siding project.

Two Simple Pathways — Instant Pricing or a
Full Consultation

SmartQuote+™ gives you a fast, accurate estimate. A full consultation walks through exact scope, options, and warranties—in your home.

EP SmartQuote+™

Use our SmartQuote+™ calculator to build a roofing system, choose your options, and see pricing in real-time—fast and straightforward.

EP Project Planner™

Answer a few quick questions about your home and goals, then schedule your free in-home consultation for Good/Better/Best/Premier options.

Serving Alma, Mt. Pleasant, Midland, Saginaw, Bay City, Lansing, and surrounding Mid-Michigan communities.

Why Choose EP SidingSolutions™?

Beautiful, durable exterior protection that transforms your home

Never Paint Again

Maintenance-free vinyl, engineered wood, and composite options with lasting color

Weather Resistance

Engineered to withstand wind, rain, and temperature extremes common in Mid-Michigan

Stunning Curb Appeal

Wide range of colors, textures, and profiles to match any architectural style

Improved Insulation

Insulated siding options that reduce energy costs and increase comfort

Multiple Materials

Choose from vinyl, engineered wood, or composite to fit your budget and style

Lifetime Protection

Premium warranties backed by our EP Protection Plan™ workmanship guarantee

Side-by-Side

How We Compare

See what sets Energy Plus apart from the typical detailseries accents contractor.

Feature Energy Plus Typical Contractor
Written quote left same day
No two-hour sales pitch
Lifetime workmanship warranty
Licensed & insured crews — Varies
Daily job-site cleanup
Dedicated project manager
Before & after photo documentation
0% financing options — Varies
Manufacturer-certified installers — Varies
Clear, itemized proposals

Comparison is based on common contractor practices in Mid-Michigan; actual offerings vary by contractor.

What Our Customers Say

Real experiences from homeowners in Mid-Michigan who chose Energy Plus for their home improvement projects

Financing Available

Estimate Your Monthly Payment

Affordable financing options to fit your budget. Get started with as little as $1806/month.

$ Project Cost
$32,500
$8,000 $40,000
Select a Financing Option

Your Estimated Payment

$1,805.56

per month for 18 months at 0% interest

Explore All Options

Subject to credit approval. Ask about our current financing programs.

Protect Your DetailSeries Accents Investment

Essential programs every detailseries accents project should include

EP Protection Plan™

Lifetime workmanship warranty on qualifying installations. Built Right. Backed for Life.

EP Protect+™

Extended coverage with seasonal maintenance checkups and priority service scheduling.

EP Maintenance Plan™

Seasonal inspections and preventive maintenance to protect your investment year-round.

Save by Packaging Projects

Bundle your home improvement projects and enjoy meaningful savings with EP Package Pricing™.

Siding + Roofing + Gutters = Added Savings

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5–15% Bundle Savings

On qualifying project combinations

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Streamlined Scheduling

One coordinated plan for all your projects

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Simplified Support

Cleaner warranty path across projects

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions — DetailSeries Accents

They're all "texture profiles." Shake is rugged, scallops are a decorative rounded pattern, and shingle-look is a straight-edge/staggered shingle appearance (often done with polymer shake/shingle products).

Yes — board & batten is commonly used as a gable accent, and it's available as vertical vinyl panel profiles (7" / 8").

Yes — DetailSeries™ is built exactly for targeted curb-appeal upgrades on focal areas like gables, dormers, and entry features.

Usually yes — we plan the accent to complement the main siding and trim, and we confirm color/profile compatibility at the measure.

Most projects take 1–3 days. Single-elevation gable accents are typically done in a day; full-home accent upgrades may take 2–3 days.

The tier controls how complete and premium the install, materials, and detailing are — not the style. Every tier can be done in Shake, Scallop, Board & Batten, or Shingle-Look.

Still have questions? We’re happy to help.

DetailSeries Accents Available Across Mid-Michigan

Energy Plus Home Improvements provides professional detailseries accents services throughout Mid-Michigan. Select your city for local information, pricing, and scheduling.

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