Things To Consider When Buying Vinyl Siding
November 14, 2016
Have you been thinking of getting a facelift for your home? Vinyl siding is definitely a great way to go. That is why we've made it a large part of our business. But there are a few things you should consider before you get your checkbook out.
Pros And Cons Of Choosing Vinyl House Siding
- Some things that are a pro for one person can be a con for another, like periodic painting. If you enjoy changing the color of your house whenever you feel like it, vinyl may not be the right choice for you. But, being able to paint your house whenever you feel like it comes with a downside. If you don't paint every 5 years, you're going to have to look at a home that is losing its color, and chipping. While you won't be able to paint your vinyl siding, you will enjoy years of vibrant color that will require very little elbow grease to keep it looking beautiful.
- Extreme cold weather can sometimes make vinyl siding brittle, and this can be an issue for some. But when you consider the price of vinyl compared to fiber cement, the lower cost more than makes up the difference in durability. And, when compared to wood, vinyl siding may not be as impervious to cold damage, but the insulated backing that comes with vinyl siding does a much better job of keeping all that extreme cold out, and all the warmth in. Besides these differences, vinyl is also inexpensive and easy to fix when siding is damaged.
- Insect damage is an issue every homeowner should keep in mind. When it comes to resisting insects, vinyl beats wood every time.
- When it comes to combating mold and rot, vinyl is the most inexpensive option available to outperform wood.
- Siding can fade over time, but vinyl can be made to resist color fade. At Window Nation, we use a process that makes colors go all the way through the panels. This keeps them looking vibrant, year after year.
- There was a time when vinyl couldn't compete against the aesthetics of wood but that is not longer the case. Vinyl has come a long way. It is now even accepted for use on many historical buildings.