Vinyl Siding

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Vinyl siding was first introduced to the exterior cladding market in the early 1960s and steadily grew in popularity over the next four decades because of its durability, versatility and ease of maintenance. The product is manufactured primarily with polyvinyl chloride (PVC), a material that gives it impact resistance, rigidity and strength. ​ Today, vinyl siding is the number one choice of exterior cladding across the United States and Canada. In fact, U.S. Census Bureau statistics show since 1995 more homeowners side their homes with vinyl than with any other material. Vinyl siding is available in a broad palette of colors, profiles and architectural trim, which allows homeowners to choose a product that enhances and complements the beauty and style of their homes. ​ The Benefits of Using Vinyl Siding on Your Home For our region, vinyl siding replacement is among the top 10 remodeling projects in terms of return on investment. Time and time again, homeowners choose vinyl siding for its:

• Value – Vinyl Siding has a lower installed cost than all other materials

• Beauty – Technological enhancements in vinyl siding manufacturing processes have allowed for a large color palette, and wide variety of styles.

• Durabilty – Vinyl siding naturally resists rot, rust, and fire, and can withstand extreme weather and wind. Vinyl siding’s color runs throughout, so scratches and marks are less visible than with other materials. Features like weep holes also mean that water won’t be trapped behind the siding, causing rot.

• Ease of Maintenance – Vinyl Siding never needs to be painted. Vinyl siding is easily cleaned with a soft brush or rag and some soapy water.

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James Hardie Fiber Cement Siding

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James Hardie developed fiber cement products in the 1980’s in Australia. Fiber cement products have some excellent characteristics, and make them a great option for renewal of the exterior of your home, including: ​

• Unlike wood siding, fiber cement siding does not crack, peel, rot, or need to be painted to maintain its structural integrity

• Fiber cement is not combustible. Homeowners find that their homeowner’s insurance premiums are lower having a material on their house that cannot burn

• 30 Year non-prorated warranty on siding products (15 year limited warranty on ColorPlus Technology finishes)

• Received the Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval

​ Product development has continued since, with James Hardie now offering: ​

• Plank siding (HardiePlank®)

• Vertical siding (HardiePanel®), which can be combined with batten boards to create a “Board-and-Batten” finish

• Decorative siding panels that resemble cedar shingles (HardieShingle®)

• Fiber cement vented and non-vented soffit (HardieSoffit®)

• Decorative trim (HardieTrim® Boards and HardieTrim® Mouldings)

​ All products available in ColorPlus® Technology, in which colors are applied and baked onto the Hardie materials for long lasting adhesion and fade resistance.

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Wood Trim

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Replacing wood trim with wood is an economical option for those who are looking to maintain their home on a budget. When properly installed and maintained, wood trim can last for many years provided that the wood remains painted. Unlike PVC trim, wood trim is not resistant to insects, warping, cracking, rotting, and splitting. We install primed pine board, which we can paint to match. One way to lengthen the life of your wood trim and to avoid the requirement for regular painting is to wrap the wood trim (often referred to as “capping”) with aluminum trim coil (see below.)

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PVC Trim

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Some advantages of PVC trim are:

• PVC trim resists all weathering.

• PVC won’t rot, crack, splinter, or warp.

• There are no knots or sap pockets in PVC trim.

• PVC trim resists insects.

• PVC trim does not require painting but can be painted custom colors.

• PVC trim eliminates the need for flashing to protect trim pieces from moisture absorption.

• PVC trim allows for direct masonry and ground contact.

• PVC can be smooth or mimic the grain and texture of wood

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Aluminum Trim Capping

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If your wood fascia, rake, window trim, or other trim boards are in good condition but you prefer not to paint them every couple of years, then capping them in aluminum trim coil is the way to go. By capping your trim boards in aluminum trim coil, you protect them from water damage and insects, while never having to worry about painting them again.

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