Southern Home Improvement Center (SHIC) — Roofing, Windows, Siding, Patio Covers & 6″ Seamless Gutters in Southeast Louisiana & the Mississippi Gulf Coast
When people search for Southern Home Improvement, Southern Home Improvement Slidell or Southern Home Improvements, they’re usually looking for one thing — a local, accountable contractor who understands Gulf Coast weather and delivers clean, durable work. Southern Home Improvement Center, Inc. has protected homes across the Northshore, Southshore, Baton Rouge and the Mississippi Gulf Coast for decades. We combine roofing built for storms, properly sized 6″ seamless gutters, energy-efficient windows, moisture-smart siding and shade structures that look built-in, not bolted on.
Our approach is simple. We design for Louisiana — wind, heat, humidity and sudden downpours — and we install with inspection-ready details. That means tight perimeters, sealed decks where required, balanced ventilation, correct fastener schedules and flashing that sheds wind-driven rain. Result — a quieter, drier, more efficient home that holds up through the season and looks right on your street.
Who we are — Southern Home Improvement Center, Inc.
Southern Home Improvement Center, Inc. — often shortened by homeowners to Southern Home Improvement or Southern Home Improvements — is a multi-trade exterior contractor serving Southeast Louisiana and the MS Gulf Coast. We run roofing, windows, siding, patio covers and gutters under one roof, so scopes align, schedules tighten and warranty responsibility is clear. If you were specifically searching for Southern Home Improvement Slidell, that’s our Northshore base, and we also serve Baton Rouge, New Orleans / Jefferson, Mandeville / Covington and coastal Mississippi.
Every project begins with three checkpoints — the home’s current envelope, your goals and your micro-climate. From there we align products, specs and budget, then document everything so insurance, grant and evaluator steps are smooth. You’ll know what we’re doing, why we’ve chosen each detail and how the system works together when it rains sideways or the heat index soars.
WHY CHOOSE US?
TRUSTWORTHY
For more than 30 years, Southern Home Improvement Center has been the licensed and insured roofing company Baton Rouge and Southeast Louisiana homeowners rely on. We show up when promised, keep the jobsite clean, and back every project with a written workmanship warranty.
LOCALLY-OWNED
Because we live and work along the Gulf Coast, we understand the hurricane codes, high-wind zones, and humid climate that shape every build. This insight lets us specify the exact shingles, seamless gutters Louisiana, and impact windows Louisiana your home needs to stay secure and energy-efficient year-round.
EXPERIENCED
Our factory-trained crews have completed 50,000+ projects, from urgent roof repair Louisiana calls and full roof replacement Louisiana jobs to vinyl siding installation Louisiana, metal roofing, energy-smart patio covers Louisiana, and custom glass rooms. Each installer is background-checked and dedicated to precision craftsmanship.
With decades of hands-on work and thousands of five-star reviews, Southern Home Improvement Center remains the trusted choice for roofing and exterior upgrades throughout Southeast Louisiana and the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
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Certified FORTIFIED™ installations, hurricane-rated materials,
backed by lifetime workmanship warranty.
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What we do — service pillars built for Gulf weather
Below is a practical overview of our core services with links to detailed pages. Skim to the trade you need or keep reading for deeper guidance, including process, materials and local notes.
- Roof Replacement & Installation — complete tear-offs, re-decks where needed, sealed deck options, perimeter metals, underlayments and ventilation tuned to our parishes.
- Certified FORTIFIED™ Roof Installation — evaluation-ready checklists, photo logs and sealed-deck documentation for resilience and potential insurance benefits.
- Replacement Windows — Low-E insulated glass, impact options, precise sizing and flashing for quiet rooms and steadier temperatures year-round.
- Siding Services — moisture management behind the façade, straight lines, crisp trim and ventilation details for long-term color and performance.
- 6″ Seamless Gutters — on-site roll-formed K-style with 3×4 downspouts, hung tight for valleys and long eave runs common on the Gulf Coast.
- Patio Covers & Outdoor Rooms — insulated roof panels, integrated drainage and a built-in look that cools slabs and makes outdoor space usable.
Each system is specified as part of a whole-home envelope — roof, water, walls, glass and shade. That’s how you stop leaks, reduce noise, stabilize indoor temps and keep exteriors looking fresh, not piecemeal.
Roofing — standard replacements, storm restoration and FORTIFIED™
Roofs take the first hit — wind, uplift at edges, water pushed up under shingles and concentrated flows through valleys. The fix isn’t only a new shingle. It’s how the deck is sealed, how the perimeter is built, where the ventilation exhausts and how the field is fastened. On our roof replacement & installation page we lay out the choices plainly — deck condition, underlayment tiers, edge metals, starter and field fastening zones, hip and ridge treatment, and ventilation configurations that actually move air in our humidity.
If you’re aiming for verified resilience, explore Certified FORTIFIED™ Roof Installation. We coordinate evaluators, capture each sealed-deck step in photos and keep the paperwork tidy so verification is efficient. Where appropriate, the Retro-FORTIFIED™ spray-foam upgrade can convert an existing deck into a sealed system with less disruption than a full tear-off.
How a roofing project with SHIC works
Here’s a concise version of our process — and why it matters on the Gulf Coast.
- Inspection & scope — assess deck, perimeter and penetrations, then define the correct assembly for your roof shape and exposure.
- Materials & options — explain underlayments, edge metals, shingle classes, ventilation and sealed deck approaches with clear pros/cons.
- Documentation — photo logs and line-item specs that help with insurance, permits and FORTIFIED™ evaluation if chosen.
- Install & protection — schedule around a dry window, protect landscaping and ensure clean site management from tear-off to final sweep.
- Closeout & support — warranty registration, maintenance guidance and a single point of contact if questions arise later.
The result is a system that sheds water when it blows sideways and a paper trail that proves what’s under the surface — critical for insurers and for long-term value if you sell.
Windows — energy performance, impact options and quiet rooms
Old frames and failed seals let noise and humidity in while conditioned air slips out. Our replacement windows pair Low-E insulated glass with frames sized precisely to your openings and flashed to redirect water. If year-round readiness matters, impact-rated configurations help protect the building envelope during storm season. Homeowners who start with energy upgrades usually notice the quieter interior first — then the steadier temperatures and improved comfort.
For early research, compare approaches in the guide Impact Windows vs. Storm Shutters and see how Low-E glass reduces solar gain in our climate in Noise-Reducing Windows for Gulf Coast Homes. We’ll size the package to your goals — quieter bedrooms, easier cleaning, hurricane readiness or a combination — and explain pricing tiers with no surprises.
Siding — moisture management behind the line and crisp details outside
Siding is a system, not just a finish. In our humidity you need drainage behind cladding, breathable wraps where appropriate, straight planes and solid trim transitions. On the Siding Services hub you can review materials, styles and trim packages that keep lines clean and colors stable. We coordinate siding with windows, gutters and roofing so penetrations and flashings line up once — then stay that way.
6″ Seamless Gutters — sized for downpours, not only for looks
Most overflow problems trace back to undersized sections and small downspouts. We install 6″ seamless gutters as our baseline and pair them with 3×4 downspouts, tighter hanger spacing and miters that keep the profile sharp. For long runs and valley merges, that extra capacity keeps water away from slabs, beds and walkways. If you’re comparing sizes, read 6″ vs 7″ Seamless Gutters to see where 7″ makes sense on larger roofscapes.
Want a real-world example before you call? This case study shows the layout thinking — 6″ Seamless Gutters in Baton Rouge.
Patio Covers & Outdoor Rooms — shade, drainage and a built-in look
Open slabs are hot, bright and loud in summer storms. Our patio covers use insulated roof panels with integrated gutters and clean beam lines so they look like part of your home. If you’re exploring enclosure ideas, see how a glass room performs in local weather in this project write-up — Glass Room in Slidell, LA.
Where we work — Northshore, Southshore, Baton Rouge & coastal Mississippi
We stage crews so response times stay tight and punch lists close quickly. Check coverage and contact options on our Service Area page. If you searched specifically for Southern Home Improvement Slidell, you’re in our Northshore service zone. We also run daily routes through Baton Rouge, New Orleans / Jefferson, Mandeville / Covington and the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
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Certified FORTIFIED™ installations, hurricane-rated materials,
backed by lifetime workmanship warranty.
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Recent projects & homeowner guides
If you prefer to read before you choose, these quick articles and case studies help you plan in minutes instead of hours.
- Rain Gutter Buying Guide — how sizing and layout choices affect overflow and maintenance.
- Impact Windows vs. Storm Shutters — compare approaches for storm readiness and everyday comfort.
- Noise-Reducing Windows for Gulf Coast Homes — Low-E glass, frames and installation details that matter here.
- 6″ Seamless Gutters in Baton Rouge — Case Study — how continuous runs, 3×4 downspouts and hanger spacing solve overflow.
- Project Gallery — see finishes, colors and trim options on real Gulf-Coast homes.
Use the articles as a shortlist builder. Note what you like, then we’ll translate that into a line-item scope at your address and exposure.
Insurance, grants & documentation — make approvals simple
Good work feels even better with clean paperwork. On roofing — especially with resilience upgrades — we document assemblies so insurers and evaluators see exactly what was done at each stage. If you’re pursuing a verified roof, start with Certified FORTIFIED™ Roof Installation. If you’re exploring sealed-deck upgrades without full replacement, review the Retro-FORTIFIED™ upgrade. When state grant windows or insurer programs are open, this documentation speeds decisions and helps you capture available benefits.
Materials & warranty — what to expect
We specify assemblies that match your roof design, wind exposure and budget, then register warranties and provide maintenance instructions. On windows and siding we explain cleaning and care that keep finishes sharp in salty, humid air. On gutters we show you how to visually check downspout performance during a rain band — the simplest way to know the system is breathing as intended.
How we work — clear steps from estimate to closeout
Here’s the rhythm we follow on every project, large or small. It keeps timelines predictable and results consistent.
- Listen & measure — walk the property, note goals and constraints, capture critical dimensions and exposures.
- Explain options — translate choices into outcomes with pricing ranges and lead times so you can decide quickly.
- Schedule & stage — align crews and materials, then set a start that respects weather windows and your calendar.
- Install & protect — protect landscaping, manage debris, keep the site tidy and communicate daily progress.
- Punch & support — close punch items fast, register warranties and remain available after the last sweep.
Because roofing, windows, siding, gutters and patio covers live under one company here, hand-offs are clean and accountability is simple — call us once and we’ll solve it.
FAQs — quick answers to common searches
Is “Southern Home Improvement” the same as “Southern Home Improvement Center, Inc.”?
Yes. Many homeowners shorten our name to Southern Home Improvement or Southern Home Improvements, but our full legal name is Southern Home Improvement Center, Inc. (SHIC).
Do you serve Slidell specifically?
Yes — Slidell and the wider Northshore are core to our schedule. Start with a free estimate or browse recent projects.
What size gutters do you install?
We install 6″ K-style as our baseline with 3×4 downspouts because it works in Gulf downpours and at long valley merges. See the comparison in 6″ vs 7″ Seamless Gutters.
Can you coordinate a FORTIFIED™ roof and the required documentation?
Absolutely. See Certified FORTIFIED™ Roof Installation; we coordinate with evaluators and keep the photo trail and paperwork tidy.
Do you handle windows, siding and patio covers in the same project?
Yes. Because we run all trades under one roof, scopes align and schedules compress — fewer hand-offs, faster closeouts and clearer warranties.
Ready to protect and upgrade your home?
Tell us what you need and where you live — we’ll measure, explain options and pricing line by line, and schedule the work around a dry window. Call (985) 643-6611 or (225) 766-4244, email info@southernhomeimprovement.com, or request a free estimate here. We’ll help you compare roofing, windows, siding, patio covers and 6″ seamless gutters so your home performs in real Gulf weather.
BOOK YOUR FREE ESTIMATE
Certified FORTIFIED™ installations, hurricane-rated materials,
backed by lifetime workmanship warranty.
Only 3 appointment slots left this week • BBB A+ Rated • 120+ 5-Star Reviews