Home improvement projects can cost a pretty penny, but it can be worthwhile to install replacement windows and vinyl siding at the same time. At ARMORVUE Home Exteriors, located in Northwood, Ohio. We serve homeowners in northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan, with quality products from top manufacturers. Increase the curb appeal of your home! Especially when you replace windows and vinyl siding at that same time.
Here, we talk about why it is a good idea to replace windows and siding at the same time.
If you are considering replacing windows and your home’s siding, ARMORVUE Home Exteriors recommends replacing them together. By replacing both at the same time, homeowners can make sure both design elements complement each other to achieve the desired overall effect.
Simultaneous replacement promotes a cohesive look. Sleek and stylish windows surrounded by worn and dented siding, or vice versa, are not combinations you would want to see. This can be especially true for those interested in selling their homes.
Another reason to replace windows and siding together is practicality. Completing window and siding replacement concurrently allows ARMORVUE Home Exteriors to precisely set the capping around the windows before putting the new vinyl siding in place.
Capping is a construction method where a sheet of aluminum or vinyl is fitted over the exterior frames of the windows. This forms a moisture barrier that reinforces the seal between the windows and the wall. Which helps to protect the home’s interior from leaks and water damage. When done properly, window capping can also extend the siding’s lifespan by directing water away from the exterior.
Replacing windows and siding together is important because they are both tied to the home’s energy profile. Windows can prevent heating or cooling energy from escaping the home. Vinyl Siding can serve as an additional barrier to head off the chill or heat from outside. Damage to one or both can negatively affect a home’s thermal comfort and energy efficiency. When you replace windows and siding at the same time, there’s even less potential for significant energy loss from the home.
While evaluating replacement window and siding costs, you may find replacing them together is more cost-efficient than doing separate projects. When projects are completed separately, extra work is often necessary to make sure the previous work doesn’t get damaged during the new project’s work. For instance, if a home’s siding is replaced first, parts of the siding will need to be removed again when the new windows are installed. This can create inconsistencies with siding replacement.
While you can choose to do one project at a time, it isn’t recommended. However, if you choose to perform one upgrade over the other, many recommend that the windows be replaced first. Siding must be removed to case and fit replacement windows, so this is often the most efficient and cost-effective approach.
The only time siding is recommended to be replaced before windows is if vinyl siding is in bad shape. If the current siding is rotting or loose, it may be more important to install vinyl siding before the windows.
If you are unsure which is more of a priority to replace, contact ARMORVUE Home Exteriors, and one of our professional technicians can come to your home and give you a free estimate. This will help you determine which project is more important to complete first.
At ARMORVUE Home Exteriors, we are committed to excellence. We carry high-quality products, and our installers are highly trained and experienced in window replacement and vinyl siding installation. Our consultation process includes:
If you are looking for replacement windows and vinyl siding in northwest Ohio or southeast Michigan, contact ARMORVUE Home Exteriors. Located in Northwood, Ohio, or call 419-825-4700 to schedule an in-home consultation today.
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