Which Siding is Best for Me?The siding on your house has a huge impact on how your home looks from the street. When remodeling your home's exterior it is a great time to increase the energy efficiency of your home by adding more sidewall insulation. I have broken this home improvement discussion down into several topics. Review the topics that are important to you. When you’re finished with your research here you will be a consumer expert and be able to easily determine which option is best for you and what contractor will do the job right.
Construction Material: Materials for house siding that are available include wood, aluminum, vinyl, fiber cement, brick, stone, stucco or a variety of composite materials. The asbestos materials are no longer available due to health concerns. Check out more detailed description including some of the main manufacturers of each type of material. Top Siding Manufacturers: A listing of the top siding manufacturers. Styles: There are many different styles of siding including clap board, Dutch lap, vertical, board and batten, shakes, scallops, brick, stone, cultured stone, and stucco. A house can contain any one of these or a combination. Look here to find a more detailed description of each and the pros and cons of each style. Energy Efficiency: The R rating is the measurement of the ability of a material to keep heat and cold from penetrating a wall or ceiling. Click on this topic to find a more detailed discussion on the energy efficiency of the different siding materials and how to compare the efficiency of one type with another. Structural Strength: There is a difference in the strength and durability of the materials. Check out the strength of your favorite here and find out how to compare one with another. Color Options: The color availability varies with the construction material and the manufacturer. Find out what your color options are. Warranty: What to look for in a warranty and some pitfalls to stay away from. Installation: A quick outline of how products are normally installed. Financing: A few comments on different types of financing available for home improvements. Contractor: Some insight into what you want to look for in a good contractor. Quick Guide to Siding Replacement: If you have just started searching for home improvement help or are in the last stages of your search this quick guide can help you.
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