Think Carefully About The Choices You Make
On Your Siding Replacement Project
Options To Consider If You Want The Best
Outcome From Your Siding Installation
A well-thought-out siding replacement can do wonderful things for your Northern New Jersey home. But getting the results you want takes careful planning. Otherwise, you could overlook something that has a significant short- and long-term impact on your home.
What are the factors that can potentially make or break the success of your siding replacement project? The details aren’t the same for every homeowner, but generally speaking, your choice of siding options is key.
What Type Of Siding Do You Want To Install?
Exterior siding can be made from a variety of materials. The list of these materials includes long-standing options such as brick, wood, stone veneer, and vinyl. It also includes other, more modern materials.
At RJW Exteriors, we recommend two types of products. The first is Hardie Board fiber cement siding from James Hardie. This siding – made from a custom mixture of cement, cellulose fibers, and sand – is known for its durability and versatility.
We also recommend LP SmartSide engineered wood siding. This product provides the aesthetic benefits of real wood. At the same time, it’s more stable and durable than wood, without the high maintenance real wood requires.
Why do we prefer siding from James Hardie and LP SmartSide? Decades of experience tell us that they’re a genuine advantage over older siding options. That’s true because they’re:
- Adaptable to the needs of various types of residential buildings
- Exceptionally long-lasting, with a lifespan of up to 50 years
- Highly resistant to insect damage and other siding issues
- Available in siding panels and many other formats
Benefits like these are super-important to the vast majority of local homeowners. You want your home to last as long as possible while also maintaining peak curb appeal.
Protecting Your Home’s Exterior Is A MUST
Job one for any type of siding replacement is to protect your home’s exterior. In fact, many homeowners schedule a replacement because their existing siding no longer protects their home effectively. That’s true because it’s water-damaged, cracked, or has other issues related to its condition.
The durability of your new siding is a significant factor in determining how much protection it provides. Products like LP SmartSide and Hardie Board are known for their general toughness. They’re also known for their resistance to insect damage and other problems that can affect siding.
The quality of your siding installation is also crucial. When poorly installed, even the best products won’t protect your home. To get the benefits you’re paying for, you need experienced professionals like the team at RJW Exteriors.
Cranking Up The Curb Appeal
The visual appeal of your new siding matters. Everyone wants to live in an attractive home, but there may also be other considerations driving your choice of options.
Does your neighborhood have a homeowners association (HOA)? If so, your HOA may restrict the colors or materials you can use for siding replacement.
Are you thinking of selling your house? Certain colors or color combinations may be more appealing to potential buyers.
Fortunately, there’s never been more choices in the siding industry than there are today. Not only can you find colors that fit your style, but you can find top-notch siding materials that come in these colors.
Considering Your Siding Cost
How much will your chosen siding options cost? That depends. The average cost of siding replacement reflects factors such as:
- Your chosen siding materials and their price per square foot
- The exterior contractor you hire to replace your siding
- The amount of siding you need to replace
Any sizable replacement job will be a considerable expense. However, this expense is offset by some important benefits.
For example, you can restore your home to long-term weather-tight condition. You can also increase its visual appeal in your own eyes, as well as in the eyes of others. What’s more, you can boost the value of your home should you ever decide to sell it.
Choosing Your Northern New Jersey Contractor
Want to make your siding options pay off today and in the future? Hire expert contractors to do the work. That’s the best way to guarantee that new siding for your home provides its intended advantages.
For 30+ years, RJW Exteriors has provided a full range of services for local homeowners. This includes fully customized siding replacement. Our goal is to help you maximize the outcome of any project. For a free estimate that includes your preferred options, just call RJW Exteriors today.
