Are you building a new home or doing exterior remodeling on your current home? You have probably been considering siding as an option for your home, but with so many choices, it’s hard to know where to start. Before you become too overwhelmed, check out all the benefits of vinyl siding.
Vinyl Is Durable
Vinyl is excellent at standing up the elements, whether snow, rain, hail or heavy wind and because it is moisture-resistant, so it won’t rot over time like some types of siding. Vinyl has been known to last as long as 50 years on some homes.
Vinyl Is Versatile
There are dozens upon dozens of styles to choose from if you decide to use vinyl siding on your home. Browse hundreds of textures and colors to find the one that perfectly matches your home’s style. Vinyl can even mimic other types of siding such as cedar shake or Victorian scallops.
Vinyl Saves Energy
Vinyl is available in two types of siding: insulated and uninsulated. Naturally, many people choose the insulated option. If you do, expect to see a drop in your energy bill. The insulation prevents heat from escaping from between wall studs and from the studs themselves. It may even make you eligible for tax credits when you next file.
Vinyl Is Easy to Maintain
As part of a busy family, you probably don’t have a lot of time to dedicate to maintaining your home’s exterior. With vinyl, you won’t have to. Typically, it only needs to be cleaned about once per year. The fact that it’s resistant to pests, rot and other problems makes it even easier to maintain.
Vinyl Is Affordable
Vinyl is more affordable in many ways. Not only is the initial cost usually less than other materials, but it saves more money over time when you consider the lack of maintenance and the drop in the cost of energy bills.
When choosing vinyl siding, always have it installed by a professional siding contractor. Doing so prevents mistakes that could require you to spend more money to start over.
