You may not realize it, but replacing siding can actually do a lot to increase the value of your home. The value of your home will increase exponentially with this one improvement. It is a great way to build equity in your home, and can lend to a better purchase price if you ever decide to sell.
Features to look for when deciding on a new siding are:
- Moisture resistant
- Fire resistant
- Doesn’t rot easily
- Protects against insects and other pests
- Is able to withstand severe weather (heat, hail, blizzard, flood, etc.)
If you choose the right type of siding, all of these features are available when you decide on replacing siding. Wood siding will not give you any of these features, nor will it give you the benefit of increasing your home value exponentially. Vinyl siding will provide you with most of these features, but it may not hold up to severe weather or fire. In fact, vinyl siding can be easily torn off by winds, and may melt in a fire. Cement board siding will provide you with all of these features and then some. It is durable enough to withstand the weather, fire, pests, and water.
When you are replacing siding on your home, you are making an investment that will increase the value of your home. This is one of the biggest reasons to replace the siding on your home, besides replacing it to protect you and your house. In addition, you will likely experience lower utility bills because your house exterior will be better insulated. Finally, you will be much happier with your home because it will look like new with a new siding job. Everyone on the block will be jealous of how great your home looks once the siding is complete.
When replacing siding, make sure to hire professionals. There are many reasons why you should not try replacing siding on your own. First, it can be rather dangerous. You must be able to steady yourself on a ladder while holding and attaching a heavy and awkward piece of siding. In addition, some types of siding can be dangerous or difficult to cut, and you need to have the right tools and safety equipment to be successful. This is especially true of cement board siding, which produces a dangerous dust when cut. Vinyl siding can also be difficult to cut properly without creating sharp edges that become dangerous of themselves. Only professionals can offer this equipment and level of safety, they are experienced in this work and can handle it safely. In addition, your siding will look much better when complete if you let professionals handle replacing siding.
