Choosing the siding for your Minneapolis home is something that you will have to do at least once in your lifetime. The decision that you make is a big one. Your home depends on this decision. You know that harsh winters in Minneapolis happen – you have to protect the structure of your home with the right siding.
Siding is not a cheap endeavor but it is one that provides the shell of your home with protection to withstand the outside elements. It is thought of as more of an investment. The right siding can increase the value of your home while also providing the right type of protection. Today there are so many materials for you to choose from, unlike the past. You have to make the best decision for your home and the area that you live in. You’re able to even mix and match many different types of materials to get the best result.
Here’s why you shouldn’t try to skimp when it comes siding installation
1. The trim and siding that you put on your home acts like skin to protect it from outside sources. Mold and mildew can make their way into the frame of your home without the siding properly installed on it. The siding should be able to prevent this from happening at any cost. It is recommended to get a Minneapolis siding contractor to install the siding the right way.
2. The siding is one of the first things that people notice on a home which makes it a calling card in many ways. If you’re thinking of selling the home in the future, investing in nice siding can bring in potential buyers and even increase the value of the home.
3. Think about the maintenance aspect of the home when you’re thinking of all the options of siding. You do not want to spend hours upon hours fixing broken siding, weatherproofing, caulking, and so on. You want something you can spray down and go. Apex Ultrex fiberglass siding by Marvin is one of the lowest maintenance siding choices you can get. It does cost more, but it brings more to the home than other choices.
Keeping these tips in mind, you should then move forward with choosing siding. Vinyl used to be very popular with homeowners since it is inexpensive and easy to install. However, it comes with downsides such as warping on hot days and not very resistant against rain, wind and hail. Fiber cement is another siding option that came out because it provides a lot of durability. It is a tough material to install however, but it is a siding that can withstand just about any weather condition that is thrown your way. If you’re choosing fiber cement siding such as James Hardie, you’ll want to make sure your siding contractor has experience with this type of siding, because installation is somewhat different than with other siding products.
If weather protection is your top consideration, also take a look at Ultrex. Fiberglass siding is highly resistant to the effects of the kind of weather we get in the Twin Cities. In addition to being durable, it also requires minimal maintenance, another plus.
Whichever siding product you choose,’s also important to insist on having a Minneapolis siding contractor who has the experience and the know-how to properly install the siding product you’ve chosen. At Window Outfitters we’re authorized installers for both James Hardie fiber cement siding and Apex fiberglass siding by Marvin. To learn more about either of these products, give us a call.
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