I think anyone who lives in Minnesota agrees that last winter was harsh. When it comes to extreme weather, it means anything that exceeds the historical distribution in impact and in strength, and apparently we broke some records. These conditions are able to inflict costly damages to homes throughout our area, and in fact we’ve had a number of projects this year as a result. If you’re concerned about how your home can hold up to our severe weather, James Hardie fiber cement siding might be the best way to go when it comes to protecting the outside of your home.
What Is James Hardie Siding?
The James Hardie Company offers a number of lines of fiber cement siding that is very appropriate for our Minnesota climate. In fact, the HardieZone© products are specially engineered for 8 individual climate conditions, and there is one that’s custom-tailored to our weather.
With Hardie siding, there are many choices of colors and styles to choose from, so that you’re able to design the look of your home any way that you’d like. Take a look at this photo – it shows several colors and profiles of Hardie siding, but it’s just one possible combination. The possibilities are almost endless.
Hardie products are designed specifically to add value and beauty to the home that you live in, while also protecting it from the outside elements. Here are some reasons why James Hardie fiber cement siding might be the best investment that you can make for your home.
Hardie Fiber Cement Siding Is Extremely Durable
When it comes to how long the siding lasts and how durable it is, fiber cement siding outperforms both wood and vinyl siding. It is resistant to chipping, cracking and splitting, which makes it ideal when the wind is whipping and something hits the side of the home. Also, it will not expand and contract like other siding might when the weather temperature fluctuates – something we experience here in the Minneapolis St. Paul area both winter and summer.
High Winds Are No Match for Hardie Siding
Fiber cement siding is thick, up to 5 times more than other types of siding. It was made to perform in even the extremest of climates; it is able to stand up to any wind that it might come in contact with. Winds up to 150 mph are no match for this siding (we’re talking hurricane-force winds; as a comparision, most tornadoes are under 110 mph) .
Hardie Fiber Cement Siding Is Resistant to Fire
The materials that fiber-cement is made from is non-combustible and also approved for fire-rated construction. They have been tested by numerous laboratories to ensure that they provide high quality on each and every home that it is put on. It will not ignite a fire or fuel a fire, which makes it a safe bet when it comes to adding it to the outside of your home.
Resists Floods
If you’re worried about floods, do not be if you have James Hardie siding. You’re able to keep away any moisture and humidity, as well as water. Even when the home is soaked in water, no damage or very minimal damage is done to the structure of the home.
It is a durable and beautiful solution to put on your home. It is siding that is built to last and provides wonderful coverage against any storms that might come your way. Speak with us at Window Outfitters, the Minneapolis area exterior home improvement contractor. We are a preferred James Hardie siding installation contractor in the Minneapolis area. Check out some of the homes that have beautiful fiber-cement siding on them on our Pinterest board. In addition to James Hardie fiber cement siding, we also carry Marvin Ultrex Apex fiberglass siding, and Crane insulated vinyl siding – you’ve got a choice.
For a free estimate on installing new siding on your home before winter, give us a call today. We offer in-home, no-obligation consultations. We are a licensed full-service exterior home improvement contractor serving the entire Minneapolis St. Paul MN metro area.
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