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Siding does more than just create a finished look for your home’s exterior — functionally, it does what asphalt shingles or sheet metal does to a roof. In this post, one of the most trusted Austin siding companies, Austin Pro Siding, Windows & Roofing, takes a look at how siding helps protect your home.
1. Additional layer of insulation. Poor exterior wall insulation can result in heat leaks, as well as problems like thermal tracking, where particles stick to poorly-insulated parts of the wall, resulting in “ghostly” marks that outline the wall framing. Insulated siding can help reduce thermal transfer between interior and exterior spaces, resulting in more comfortable indoor spaces, less “ghosting” on the walls, and energy savings.
2. Protection from the weather. Many siding products are durable enough that they are rated for wind and impact resistance — an important feature if you happen to be in an area where hailstorms happen at least once a year. Siding with such ratings can help you narrow down your choices when consulting with siding installers.
3. Lower maintenance requirements. All types of siding require maintenance; some have higher maintenance requirements than others. For example, traditional siding made of wood is beautiful and has natural insulation, but requires frequent repainting or waterproofing. In comparison, vinyl and fiber cement have molded-in or factory-applied colors that usually require no more than a regular wash using water and dish detergent. When comparing siding options, choose the ones with maintenance requirements that you can commit to.
4. Boost in curb appeal. The right kind of siding can help protect your home’s value, maybe even boost it. Homeowners who are considering selling their homes need to add siding replacement as one of their key improvements because it helps create that crucial first impression that pulls potential home buyers in. If you’re not planning on selling your home, improvements that boost the house’s value can result in better mortgage insurance premiums.
Searching online for siding replacement companies in Austin? Give Austin Pro Siding, Windows & Roofing at (512) 550-0000 or fill out our contact form to schedule an appointment.
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