Siding Replacement
The siding on your house typically covers 70% or more of your home’s exterior. So it's no surprise that replacing the siding on your home can have a dramatic effect on energy cost and positive effect on curb appeal. Your siding is also the primary line of defense against the harsh elements and storms of the Mid-Atlantic. With our hot days and cold winters, your siding really takes a beating old the years. Old, weathered siding will show the age of a home but more importantly has probably allowed moisture in, creating dry-rot of your sheathing and potential mold growth. Replacing your existing siding with new fiber cement James Hardie, Vinyl or Cedar wood will help to limit regular maintenance and create a new look for your home.
Replacement Siding Types
Beyond Exteriors carries many different siding materials that have been proven to perform well and offer maximum protect for years to come. To help you choose the siding that best fits your home, we will briefly describe the strengths and benefits of each.
Fiber Cement
Beyond Exteriors offers a complete line of James Hardie Fiber Cement siding products designed to compliment any home. You can choose from lap siding, shingle siding and a wide assortment of accessories that will perfectly accent your home. We are proud to offer James Hardie Fiber Cement siding because of it's exceptional performance, proven durability and low maintenance. You can rely on James Hardie Fiber Cement siding because it won't rot, crack or warp. And, you can have added peace-of-mind knowing that James Hardie has a Class A Fire Rating and it performs well in the most extreme conditions! Plus, it comes with a 50-Year Limited Warranty; one of the best in the industry.
Vinyl
Vinyl siding is made from a material known as polyvinyl chloride, which is quite common in the construction industry. This particular type of siding has the appearance of wood but is available in many different colors and styles. Vinyl siding offers an excellent advantage in that the color goes all the way through the thickness of the panel so if it should become scratched, it would not be noticed.
In addition, vinyl siding works well in all kinds of climates and temperatures, making it perfect for most homes. Then, different from aluminum siding, when a vinyl panel becomes damaged, it can be replaced quickly and easily.
Cedar
Western Red Cedar is one of the world's premier quality woods and noted for its appearance, light weight, insulation value, dimensional stability and natural protection against decay and insect attack. Properly installed and finished, it will give years of trouble-free service and will provide a character and distinction that other sidings cannot match. Not only is Western Red Cedar one of the few woods with its own preservative oils, its freedom from pitch and resin makes it an excellent base for sealing and protective coatings.
