What To Look For In New Home Vinyl Siding

How do you pick new vinyl siding when they all look the same? Here are some things to consider when shopping for new siding. Remember, you are investing in the beauty of your home, reducing costs and improving its long term value - take your time.

Warranty - How long is the manufacturers warranty? What does it cover? What DOESN'T it cover? Check for hidden "weasel" clauses that can come back to surprise you.

Thickness - What options do I have with respect to gauge? What do you recommend and why?

Color Selection - How does color affect temperature and heat resistance? Which color ages the best? Which color selections make the most sense for my home?

Installation - What needs to be removed? What will that cost? What accessories are suggested? Why?

Insulation - What additional costs will I incur when installing extra insulation under the siding? What can it save me longt erm?

Aging - Can you inspect some aged samples from the manufacturer? How does it hold up? How does it deal with moisture retention?

Maintenance - Do you have any samples to show scratch resistance? What about cleaning and maintenance requirements and costs?

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