Resource Center of Wood, Aluminum and Vinyl Siding Information

We have broken up our information on Siding into five secitons of interest. Hopefully you can take the time to browse through all the sections. And always remember we are here to provide you with as much information as possible and we also offer Free Siding Quote Service to our consumers.

I. Importance of Siding — Protection of frame from the elements and pests, health i.e. mold

II. Styles of Siding — clapboard, shingles, shakes

III. Materials used in Siding — Pros and Cons of the many materials: vinyl, cedar, aluminum etc.

IV. Siding maintenance — power washing, denting, painting

V. Siding Rating Systems/ Specs — profile, thickness, windload resistance

Section I. Importance of Siding

Siding is to a house as skin is to the human body. Siding protects the house against the elements and pests. It helps prevent moisture penetration and the growth of biological contaminants such as mold, dust mites and bacteria. These 3 types of biological contaminants have been known to cause allergic, respiratory, and other health problems in humans.

Choosing siding deserves careful consideration. Some sidings are good in dry climates, others in wetter climates. Some siding is better in windy conditions. And still others, like vinyl, are good in all types of weather conditions.

Rain, snow and frost are the moisture concerns. If rain, snow or frost get behind the siding, the moisture makes the wall sheathing soft, degrading the strength of the entire house frame.

Some of the common pests that may reside behind poor or inappropriate siding are dust mites, carpenter ants, and termites. Dust mites are a common allergy concern. Carpenter ants and termites, as they eat away at the home, undermine the strength of a wooden frame.

A carefully chosen siding, appropriate for your climate and the amount of care you are willing to devote to its maintenance, will not only give your house a new look, but protect your family's health and safety. Next Section >>

I. Importance of Siding — Protection of frame from the elements and pests, health i.e. mold

II. Styles of Siding — clapboard, shingles, shakes

III. Materials used in Siding — Pros and Cons of the many materials: vinyl, cedar, aluminum etc.

IV. Siding maintenance — power washing, denting, painting

V. Siding Rating Systems/ Specs — profile, thickness, windload resistance

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