Vinyl siding is becoming to be the most preferred type of siding for homeowners and contractors because of it's versatility and being a long lasting exterior alternative. For many years, siding has been in use in form of stucco, wood and aluminum. A type of vinly siding called polyvinyl siding uses polyvinyl chloride, more commonly known as PVC comes in a variety of thickness and are premium brands. It gave homeowners and contractors greater chance to get a more durable, more cost effective and simpler to install siding.
Common Causes of Vinyl Siding Damage
Though vinly siding is the best option for a house's exterior covering, it is still prone to damages thus require repair or replacement. Vinyl siding repair often only needs replacing small sections or re-attaching dislodged sections. Like other types of siding, vinly siding is also weak to extreme weather. When the problem of your exterior cover is from broken nailing tabs which cannot be nailed back, it is best to measure a new piece, cut and install. Also, melting, cracking, fading from the sun and even holes from rodents and birds can cause damage to your vinyl siding.
Benefits of Vinyl Siding Over Other Materials
Vinyl siding has enormous benefits over other siding materials. Ability to resist elements, mold and rotting plus never needing paint are only few of those great advantages of this type of siding. When dirt or mold start to grow in this siding, it could easily be washed clean. Vinyl siding also comes in standard or custom colors to meet specific needs. Since it comes with different colors, it is almost scratch-proof. Nicks or scratches are not easily seen. PVC which polyvinyl is made of helps to endure wind, rain and hail damage. The most beneficial feature of vinly siding is it's cost effective since PVC siding material is cheaper to manufacture and install.
