Which Siding Choice is Right for You?

Homeowners with the need to replace the siding on their home are today faced with a larger choice of quality materials than existed when the home was constructed.  Some of the most popular choices today are vinyl, fiber cement and cedar.  As you might expect each has advantages and disadvantages.

 

Today’s vinyl is fade resistant, insect proof and nearly indestructible under ordinary conditions as well as one of the least expensive options.  You can usually replicate the vintage look of the siding that needs to be replaced.  However, vinyl siding does require some maintenance to remove grime and mold depending on how the home is situated.

 

Fiber cement has gained tremendously in popularity in recent years as it is impact resistant, low maintenance  and available in finished or painted options.  It has the durability of cement, a class 1A fire rating, and is resistant to rot and UV rays.  But it does require refinishing usually in about 15 years.

 

For the homeowner that cherishes the beauty of wood, cedar is an excellent choice for locations in Ohio.  It is rot resistant and takes a stain very well revealing a rich look.  The trade-off for the beauty of cedar is that it is not maintenance free and will require treatment and re-staining to maintain its durability and beauty for the long-term.

 

Once you have made a choice in siding material you may feel more comfortable if you can get a better idea what your completed project would look like with the specific product colors, style and finish choices you have in mind.  You can do just that with the Feazel “Design Your Home App” which is very easy to use.  The first step is to go to our website and click on Residential Home Services.  Locate the link for Design Your Own Home and create your account.    

 

After getting signed in you have the choice of using the sample homes that are available or uploading a photo of your own home.  You can experiment with the sample homes until you are comfortable and then upload your own picture.

 

Once you are fully engaged in the app you can select siding options including colors.  You can even share the results with family and friends for their feedback.  Plus, your Feazel professional can estimate costs and provide final pricing once you have exactly what you envision. 

 

Feazel is a trusted residential home services company serving Columbus, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Central Ohio and surrounding areas.  We have built our reputation by offering superior roofing, windows, siding, gutters, chimneys, masonry, skylights, insulation and more.  Call or visit us online to learn more about roofing materials or any of the other full line of residential home services we offer.