More than an easy home improvement project, adding sidings to your home exterior can in fact add value to it. According to Remodeling Magazine’s 2018 Cost vs. Value Report, replacing siding increases home value by 76.7% of the project cost; for a mid-sized project valued at $15,072, you can recoup $11,554.

Adding sidings or changing your existing ones adds a significant amount of resale value, and is considered one of the easiest ways of doing so, if homeowners are planning on selling their property. Regardless of the type of siding you choose to install or add, it will definitely improve the resale value of your home for it adds to the property’s curb appeal and also helps to control energy costs, which makes it a smart investment.

Homeowners can choose from a number of textures, colors, architectural trims, and more. Vinyl sidings are designed to mimic the appearance of an architectural feature and accents such as slate, wood or stone. Sidings are easy to install. It can be installed on cemented walls or over existing materials, making it a perfect choice for homeowners who are retrofitting their houses.

Additionally, homeowners can pass on extra labor costs since it is very easy to install and not complicated at all. By following the installation manual that comes with it, people with or without prior experience can do it.

Durability

Most sidings are resilient to any weather condition, making it durable and definitely long lasting. The materials used to manufacture this product are designed to stand through the sun’s extreme heat, thunderstorms, hailstorms, and blizzards. Majority of the sidings available in the market today will not rot, peel, dent, or show scratches which means that you can enjoy a bright, clean-looking exterior every day for years. It is able to withstand the outside elements and the wear and tear, without loosing its charming and original appearance and performance for a long time.

Low maintenance

Home owners with exteriors covered with sidings can’t complain when it comes to cleaning it. Compared to other exterior options, sidings are Compared to bricks and other materials, vinyl can be cleaned and maintained by a solution of soap and water. Vinyl siding should be washed at least once a year. No fancy cleaners involved. Vinyl siding sustains less environmental damage than wood or other siding alternatives, and it maintains a fresh look for years with very little cleaning. Moreover, it never needs to be painted, and can be easily replaced if damaged.

Energy Efficiency

Being an excellent insulator, vinyl sidings lets homeowners who use it save more money and spend less on their monthly electricity bills. Vinyl siding keeps the cold air outside of the house during the winter, while making sure it blocks the intense heat and UV rays from the sun during the summer time. More than the financial savings you can have, vinyl sidings also contribute to the saving of the environment as well. It is also an excellent green option, being able to outperform any other material when it comes to to life cycle stages.

Vinyl sidings will increase the appeal of a home, which in turn, affects the resale value of your house positively. Because buyers need not worry about maintenance, cracking stucco, rotting wood, or any of the other hassles that come with alternative products, they are more likely to buy a home with vinyl siding. At the same time, thanks to its waterproofing ability, homeowners don't have to worry about water leakage and damage, which is one of the primary reasons why house hunters wont consider your house an option.

If you want to do a makeover of your home but have no idea where to start or how to fit it in your budget, the answer is vinyl sidings. It is an easy way to completely transform the exterior of your home, without the hefty price tag of other materials plus labor fees from professionals—because you can do it yourself.

 

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