Home Improvement: Vinyl Siding

When you install vinyl siding you not only receive a durable, versatile and easy to maintain exterior, you spend less money. That's because, according to the Vinyl Siding Institute, it costs less to install vinyl siding that other forms of exterior "cladding."

However, cost isn't the only reason why you should consider having a professional install vinyl siding on your home. Today's vinyl siding is also quite durable and comes in wide variety of colors.

The Cost of Home Vinyl Siding

Based on a cost-comparison chart developed by the Vinyl Siding Institute, vinyl siding is a good value when compared with wood siding as well as brick, stucco, and stone. Not only are the raw materials affordable, but because it goes up so quickly, it doesn't take a lot of labor to install vinyl siding so you save even more money in labor costs. In addition, by choosing to install vinyl siding you eliminate the costs associated with painting and staining that would be required if you opted for wood or stucco.

Home Vinyl Siding: Durable and Attractive

While vinyl siding offers an affordable and low maintenance exterior for your home, it also offers durability. In fact, vinyl siding not only can withstand winds up to 110 miles per hour, but it also resists moisture, cold and heat. However, while performance is important, so is curb appeal. These days you can install vinyl siding in a wide variety of colors ranging from sage green to charcoal gray to deep blue and red. Along with having many interesting color options to select from, you can also choose from a variety of shapes and profiles. While horizontal and vertical panels are standard, you can also opt for shakes, scallops, and shingles as well as traditional and Dutch lap.

If you're looking for an affordable, maintenance-free way to boost your home's curb appeal, maybe it's time to take a closer look at today's vinyl siding.