Siding is central to your home’s appearance and insulation. It’s the first thing you see when you pass by, and people often use siding color to describe a home when giving directions. Replacing it is also one of the best ways to boost property value.
When shopping for new siding, keep these three things in mind.
Consider Your Personal Style When Choosing Siding
Not every siding style or color works with every home. Farmhouses have a different look than a rambler from the 1970s. Wood siding may work well for historic homes; it wouldn’t look right on a newer high-tech home. As you shop for new siding, keep when your home was built and the way you’d like it to look in mind. Appearance is just as important as function when it comes to the material you choose.
Consider the Climate
One of the most difficult jobs siding does is protecting your home from the elements. While wood siding is beautiful, it won’t hold up well to our sometimes harsh Minnesota weather conditions. Vinyl is a popular option for areas like Minneapolis that have rough weather, but fiber cement siding is starting to become the preferred choice. Fiber cement siding is made up of a combination of wood, clay, sand and cement, which creates a versatile, resilient material. We install siding from The James Hardie Company that has been specially engineered for a variety of climate conditions, so you can be sure it will stand up to our weather.
Consider Your Budget
Form and function are important, but so is the price point. Replacing the siding on your home can run anywhere from a few thousand dollars to tens of thousands, depending on material and installation.
Inexpensive metal siding can cost as little as $2 per square foot in comparison to fiber cement’s $12 or more per square foot. While that may be a deal breaker in the short term, the more expensive product may last much longer than the less expensive one. Paying more the first time can save you a lot of money in the long run.
Installation fees can also vary. For a 2500 square foot home, you could spend between $9,000 and $30,000 for siding replacement. However, professional installation can be worth the money, because siding only performs well when installed properly.
As a licensed MN siding contractor, we can help you decide which material is best for your home. We install vinyl, fiberglass, and fiber cement siding. Check out our Pinterest board for a look at some of the available options we offer.
Regardless of where you are in the siding shopping process, give us a call, and we can help you make the best choice.
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