Articles featuring tag: vinyl siding

Siding is among the most important features on a home’s exterior in terms of aesthetics and protection. However, there are a number of siding materials from which to choose, including vinyl, fiber cement and cedar. Which is best for your home? Let’s run through each of these siding types and find out what makes them unique.

Vinyl

Let’s begin with vinyl, perhaps the most popular siding type across the United States. Most homeowners are on a budget when it comes to their home improvement projects, and vinyl fits just about any budget. However, just because it’s one of the more cost effective ...

We’ve all got our ideas about what a “perfect” home is. Even people who are seemingly cut from the same clothe will have wildly different designs for their new home or a home remodel. Fortunately, James Hardie products come in a variety of styles, colors and patterns, giving homeowners the ability to bring quality products into their designs.

What siding is best for me?

Bringing new siding into your design will offer a number of advantages, from heating and cooling savings to giving your home a brand new look and appeal.

Perhaps one of the most popular siding options in America ...

With all the horror stories about construction projects that go wrong because something the contractor did, it’s no wonder that homeowners become so stressed out when it comes time to bring in a contractor to do the job right, on time and for a fair price.

When it comes to siding your home, there can be no room for error, as siding is perhaps one of the most important protective layers on your home. What can you do to make sure you’re bringing in a trusted professional to do it right?

1) Ask friends, family and co-workers for recommendations

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From scorching summer sun and howling debris-filled winds to winter weather abuse, eventually your siding is going to require cleaning. And while modern siding is durable, whether it is vinyl, cedar, wood or fiber cement, nothing can stop it from becoming dingy, especially after years of exposure to the elements.

The following are some of the most common issues homeowners are subjected to that require cleaning:

• Common exposure. UV rays from the sun ranks high as one of the most common exposure concerns for your siding. High winds, ...

Replacing siding is one of the most impactful home improvement projects a homeowner can undertake. However, with so many choices of siding on the marketing today, and from so many vendors, the project can be intimidating and difficult to plan. However, a smart place to start is vinyl siding. It is among the most used siding materials, and there are many reason for that.

Homeowners’ first appeal to vinyl siding is related to cost – it’s among the least expensive siding materials on the market. Even for homeowners who have more extravagant budgets, vinyl siding might win out over other ...

One of the most important elements protecting everything within your home is the siding. Sure, it’s not the most exciting home renovation project to think about, but it’s vitally important, especially considering siding has a life span that will vary depending on what it has been through.

The following are things you should consider that can limit the lifespan of your siding:

1) Pests

Wood siding is particularly vulnerable to pests. They range from woodpeckers searching for a meal to bugs and carpenter bees looking for refuge and ...

Homeowners spend a pretty penny on the interior of their homes. From redecorating to renovating entire rooms, much thought is put into what goes on inside our homes. What about the exterior? Is it time for a facelift to gain more curb appeal? And if so, when is the best time of year for installing new siding?

Curb appeal and new fresh look are definitely something to look forward to, but more importantly, new siding protects everything under it. Old siding isn’t just an eyesore ...