There are a lot of good things that can be said about aluminum siding. It is very budget friendly; light weight yet durable; doesn’t rust; and can be recycled when it needs to be replaced. However, before deciding to invest… Read More »
When purchasing new siding for your home, consider installing composite siding. Through the years, technology has greatly improved composite siding and offers customers a wider range of siding products. The appeal is you can purchase wood-like siding such as cedar… Read More »
In some circles, it might start a war if you suggested that fiber cement siding is a good alternative for cedar siding. For homeowners living in a Craftsman style house, Cape Cod house, or another style of historic home, there’s… Read More »
Siding protects your home from the elements, doesn’t have to be painted and is durable. But some types, like cedar siding, are higher maintenance than others. What if you could have the look and feel of wood siding without the… Read More »
Making its initial appearance in 1903, fiber cement siding was durable, easy to maintain and inexpensive to produce. It originally used asbestos to strengthen the panels and fell out of popularity due to the mineral’s harmful side effects. But when… Read More »
Stucco is a popular type of siding for residential buildings because it is versatile, fire resistant and relatively maintenance free. But it suits some climates better than others. If you live on the West Coast, particularly in Vancouver or anywhere… Read More »
While appearance and budget are important considerations when selecting the right siding for your home, the deciding factor should be climate. The most obvious climatic condition Pacific Northwest homes have to endure is rain. But when you add high winds,… Read More »
