Home Siding Tips

The siding on your home serves a double purpose: 1. it protects your home from damage and 2. gives your home’s exterior a bit of style. Your home siding should say something, but also protect against the weather, and the casual baseball. When you need to fix or remove your current exterior siding, it’s important to determine what exactly you want from your siding.

Kinds

There are eight main categories: brick or stone; wood or cedar shakes; vinyl or aluminum; Masonite or concrete; stucco; artificial brick or stone; clap board; or steel or vinyl coatings. There are different costs and benefits to each. If you’re finding it burdensome deciding which to go with, take a look at what the rest of the neighborhood has.

Benefits

Don’t want to spend a ton of time cleaning your siding? Then brick, stone and concrete are options to consider. Want something incapable of rotting? Consider cedar shakes, even though it needs to be frequently pressure washed and stained. Don’t want to paint? Then avoid Masonite and clap board. Unsure? Figure out which types works best in your climate.

Longevity

Siding isn’t the cheapest thing in the world, so whatever choice you pick needs to last you for a long time. Ask the siding contractor what kind of warranties and protection plans they offer, should it need repaired or replaced.

When you need siding in Andover MN, get in touch with Total Home Exteriors by visiting www.TotalHomeExt.com. 

Siding FAQ

Here are some of the more common questions we get asked about siding:

Which exterior siding is best?

Vinyl siding is the most popular, due to its features and benefits. This siding type being preferred has led it to retain most of the installation costs.

My home is partially brick and wood. Can I still put up vinyl siding?

Yup! Because of its versatile nature, you can install vinyl siding on just about exterior material.

Which season is best to install siding?

You can install siding in any season, so there isn’t really one “best” season. Whatever the time of year, you’re sure to enjoy the benefits – appearance, durability and low maintenance – of your new siding.

Can’t I just save the money and repaint my home?

Yes, if you’re planning to sell your home in a year’s time. If not, then you’ll see more savings with new siding. If you choose to repaint, then expect to do it every three to five years, if you want maximum protection and beauty.

What is crown molding?

Crown molding is an architectural feature that dresses up your home. It’s mounted on the board under the eases and gables, and can be in a different color from your siding.

Andover MN siding contractor Total Home Exteriors is here to help with all your siding needs. Get in touch with us today by visiting www.TotalHomeExt.com. 

Roofing Facts

Thinking about getting a new roof? Here are some roofing facts to consider:

• Structure and installation issues are almost always related to the lack of blueprints or proper planning.
• You should get in the habit of constantly monitoring your roof’s condition. Check it in the spring or summer to see if any problems occurred during the colder months.
• Hail damage issues should be repaired instantly.
• The cost of roof repairs can be minimized by regular inspections, debris clearing, parapet checking and membrane inspections.
• Roofing repairs should be done only by a professional roofing contractor.

Speaking of roofing contractors, if you’re looking for an Andover MN roofing contractor, then you’ll want to get in touch with Total Home Exteriors by visiting www.TotalHomeExt.com.