Siding Installation

Are you planning to do some siding installation? One of the best ways to add value to your home and give it a facelift is by installing new siding. When you finally decide to replace your old siding, you need to know what the process involves. The first thing every homeowner should understand is that siding is one of the most important elements of a house.

Most contractors, including siding contractors, take on a huge responsibility. In addition to managing the overall scope of the complete project, they also consider possible liabilities. This is why it is essential to know how to pick the right contractor, and why you should pick Rocky Ridge Exteriors!

Materials Used for House Siding

Good siding contractors must have specialized knowledge about the different types of siding on the market. Contractors use different types of materials for house siding installation. These include:

Vinyl siding.
Fiber cement siding.
Wood siding.
Stone Siding.
Board and batten siding.
Brick Siding, and
Metal or steel siding.

However, it is important to understand how each type of siding material will hold up under certain conditions. Also, you should know that certain siding materials are easier to install and maintain, in addition to being more cost-effective.

Types of Siding

A home’s exterior needs an update after several years to improve its curb appeal. However, choosing between all the different siding types on the market is not easy for most homeowners. They need to decide whether to go for the common types of home siding or a more expensive type of siding that is durable and virtually maintenance-free.

To make the best decision, go for durable, low maintenance, and solid siding that will add to your home’s curb appeal while also protecting it from the elements. It should protect your home’s interior for at least 20 years. If you have damaged siding, replacing or choosing to repair your house siding is one of the most important home renovations you can make to improve the look and value of your home. Colorado has rough weather that erodes siding overtime.

Sifting through different siding types can take some time. If you are planning to repair or install your home’s siding, we would love to help you choose the best siding to keep your home protected against the elements and looking good!

Some of the most home siding types include:

Vinyl Siding:

The first thing you need to know about vinyl siding is that it comes in a wide range of colors, textures, and styles. This is the most commonly used home siding material. One of the reasons why it is so popular is because it has an impressively long life when installed on walls.

When it comes to making repairs, vinyl siding requires low maintenance and has a long life. Furthermore, it is quite resistant to wind, rain, and other weather conditions. Vinyl siding can last as long as five decades.

Wood Siding:

There are numerous types of wood. Because of this wood siding comes in a variety of textures, finishes, and styles. However, you need to understand that wood siding requires exterior paint or stain finish. Wooden house siding can create a natural style and feel to your home, as long as you put a fresh coat of paint every few years on your wood siding.

That said, since wood siding requires paint or finish, it is prone to some problems due to moisture if you fail to ventilate your home properly. Therefore, this is something you need to consider before choosing wood siding for your project.

Fiber Cement Siding:

Made from a mixture of cement, sand, and wood, this is perhaps the second most commonly used siding type after vinyl siding. Fiber cement siding looks and feels like natural wood siding. However, it provides greater advantages than wood.

For instance, unlike wood, it is not susceptible to insects. Furthermore, the cost of installing and maintaining fiber cement panels or siding is relatively low per square foot of your house. Additionally, of all siding materials, fiber cement is one of the few that are not prone to decay or rot.

Brick Siding:

Just like vinyl siding, brick house siding is extremely popular. This is because it can last for more than a century. You will find numerous buildings that are more than 100 years old with the original brick siding still in good condition. Also, interestingly enough the home’s height does not matter when it comes to a brick siding installation.

If you choose to use brick siding on your home, you can rest assured that you may not need to paint or stain it for the rest of your life. Furthermore, brick material is durable, fire-resistant, termite-proof, and rust-proof if properly installed. This means that the home insurance for brick siding houses may be lower per square foot of the installation over the long run.

Metal or Steel Siding:

Metal siding comes in several varieties. The most popular types of metal sidings are steel and aluminum. When installed properly, they provide a unique style and modern aesthetic to a building. In addition to not requiring much maintenance, metal siding or planks/panels do not rot or mold, even when installed on a building’s exterior.

Other Types of Siding:

Some of the building materials many people consider to be siding are not siding in the real sense. Rather, they are a combination of materials applied to a building’s exterior. If you enjoy uniqueness or thinking out of the box, consider the following options:

Stucco siding, is quite popular in drier areas of the United States. However, stucco may not be the best idea for Colorado residents because it does not handle moisture well.
Glass siding for an elegant and luxuriant home exterior and interior. However, if you choose to use glass, prepare yourself for a lifetime of cleaning windows.
Engineered wood, which is more affordable than real wood and can last for up to 30 years.
Stone siding such as granite, flagstone, lime, and slate is also popular in Colorado. However, natural stone requires professional installation and is quite expensive. That said, once installed, it will last a lifetime and requires little maintenance.

The process of choosing good siding in Colorado should not be difficult. You simply need to have a checklist of the most important qualities and capabilities you need in your siding. Choosing the right siding is so easy when consulting with us at Rocky Ridge Exteriors. Not only can we help and provide you with the best options we are happy to help! Contact us today!

What to Expect

When you choose Rocky Ridge Exteriors we sit down with you and cover all your options for your home. We can suggest the best siding for your home depending on the style you would like and inform you about the longevity and weather resistance of each material. After selecting the siding, we discuss pricing and potentially financing options. We have a zero down policy at Rocky Ridge Exteriors, which means you don't pay until the material is on site and the project is on the way. We also ensure that the project runs as seamlessly as possible with your schedule and financing decisions.

If everything is to your liking we provide estimates for the material and labor. After a discussion and everything is agreed upon a contract is drafted that binds us to the terms and conditions of the agreement. The contract is sign and the project is on the way!