The Only Article About Siding You’ll Ever Need to Read

C Cedar Ridge Siding (Cedar Siding)  is exclusive to Conservation Construction of Texas and a great siding to compliment the Texas skyline while standing up to the harsh weather.

A acrylic composite siding aka (vinyl siding) is not just the top selling siding in the country, it is also extremely durable and will never have to be painted again. Engineered to the highest quality, acrylic is now the new go-to siding.

R FibeR Cement Siding is extremely fire resistant due to the way it is manufactured. Prior to installation, these panels can come painted or stained to your liking. This product can also mimic the look and feel of real wood.

E exterior of your home is more important than you may think. It is the barrier between you and the outside world. A quality siding installation will add equity and protect your home from many dangers outside. It will also provide Energy Savings and give your house curb appeal. Equity goes up when selling your house later down the line.

S Steel Siding, may once have been thought to be a thing of the past, is now back in full swing. It is a perfect addition for anyone wanting a certain look to their home while still offering superior protection. A unique paint job to this siding adds just the right look.

Just because these are the 4 most common sidings out there doesn’t mean you don’t have more options. This is just a quick reference to the ones that are ready and easily available for you to get your hands on. More specifically, James Hardie (Fiber Cement) Siding, Acrylic Composite Siding, and Steel Siding are available in an array of colors and styles which are carried by most manufacturers. Installation for most Acrylic (Vinyl) Siding and Steel Sidings are pretty straightforward and easy to install yourself if you are willing to do the labor and are good with tools and measuring.

Each and every siding has its own set of pros and cons. Let’s go into the detailed properties of each so you know which ones to consider when you are searching for your own siding.

Cedar Ridge is the closest to a real wood you’re going to get. Great design and high tech cedar ridge styles, textures and colors let you mix and match together a very personal home exterior. Its graphite-enhanced EPS insulation is made with Nepore. An ingredient that aids absorption and reflection of radiant heat. Plus it is the only siding with molded foam essential for a complete moisture management system.   

On to Acrylic Composite siding (Vinyl). Very strong and easy to install it is easy to repair and can withstand winds of 110 mph. Acrylic comes in various colors and can even mimic real wood. This siding requires very little maintenance over its life.  It is also one of the cheaper options as far as siding goes. With it still being just as durable as other products, but more cost effective Acrylic Composite Siding might just be the best siding for you.

Steel Siding one advantage to metal cladding is its low maintenance. Metal is very low maintenance once installed. This is even more true to parts of the country which are subject to severe winters. Sleet, Rain, Wind, even heat have little to no effect on metal siding. Metal also does not absorb moisture. This means that it does not promote the growth of mold or fungus, and can pose health risks if unknown.

Lastly James Hardie Fiber Cement Siding. This siding is a class A fire rated siding, which is also insect and bird repellent. Its trim too is incredibly sturdy, and it is impervious to termites, is resistant to warping, shrinking and rot, and is non-combustible and will not melt. James Hardie the highest impact rated siding among all the other types of siding which means you’ll get extreme durability and reliability for this for its life. What this means for you is less time and money spent on repairs and more time you can spend admiring your home.

So with all the benefits of each individual siding which how will you ever know which one to pick. Just ask yourself what you are looking for in siding?Seeking insulation and lower energy bills, choose Cedar Ridge. If it be Durability, James Hardie. Looking for ease of maintenance, choose Steel. Or if you are a cost effective person looking to do the installation yourself choose Acrylic Composite. Think carefully on your goals for your house and I’m sure you’ll be able to pick the best fit for you.  

So remember beauty is in the eye of the beholder and outside beauty is just as important as inside beauty when it comes to your house. The outside needs to protect the inside from every outside element which are always trying to fight their way in. Keep the bugs, weather, and rot outside and away where it belongs. If it is time to replace your siding don’t put it off. You don’t want larger problems down the road. This is Sarah and here’s to another amazing article with you guys. Read more in the future and until then stop by our website for more information. Conservationctx.com.