It’s important to remember many different materials can be used for home exteriors. Each has its pros and cons, and each creates its own story. ARMORVUE Home Exteriors, in Northwood, Ohio, is the gold standard when it comes to home siding replacement in northwest Ohio or southeast Michigan. Our experts will provide an in-home consultation to help you understand vinyl siding costs and the benefits for your home.

Here, ARMORVUE Home Exteriors discusses why vinyl siding is an investment in your home.

The Benefits of Vinyl Siding

In general, the material chosen for the home siding isn’t just about the look. Siding must be highly functional, as it protects your home from elements like rain, snow, and wind. While curb appeal is part of the reason people consider residing their homes, new vinyl siding has many other benefits that include:

• Energy efficient: Vinyl siding can reduce heating and cooling costs when installed properly. It can also provide extra insulation.
• Maintenance-free: When compared to other siding options, like wood, vinyl siding is maintenance-free. When vinyl siding is complete, homeowners do not need to do more than hose the siding off if it becomes dirty. Vinyl siding doesn’t rot, is termite-proof, and doesn’t need to be repainted.
• High value: Vinyl siding is cost-effective to install, is designed to last, and makes a beautiful statement with minimal upkeep. Compared to wood siding, vinyl siding is virtually maintenance-free, and that means more money in your pocket because there is no paint to buy, panels to replace, or insects to fight.
• Durable: Vinyl siding is as tough as it is beautiful. Fade-resistant finishes, scratch-resistant colors, and locking technology keep panels tightly affixed and make vinyl siding a smart choice in nearly any climate. Additionally, ARMORVUE Home Exteriors offers a lifetime limited transferable warranty to protect your new vinyl siding.
• Beautiful by design: Vinyl siding has evolved from a practical choice to one of unmatched beauty. Homeowners can choose from a wide range of colors, a variety of styles, and realistic textures. Customizing your ideal exterior by mixing and matching is easier than ever.

The Cost of Vinyl Siding

On average, the cost of vinyl siding is about $5 per square foot according to Forbes.com. The cost of vinyl siding can vary based on:

• Type of material used
• Size of home
• Style and texture of siding
• Quality of siding
• Cost of labor and materials

The up-front cost for vinyl siding costs can be considerable, but it has a high return on investment and can increase your home value. According to Credit Karma, homeowners who install about 1,250 square feet of new vinyl siding can expect a 95% return on investment.

Types of Vinyl Siding

ARMORVUE Home Exteriors offers Charter Oak Premium Vinyl Siding. It features a wide range of colors and architectural features:

Board and Batten

This type of vinyl siding is a vertical install using two different sizes of board. The main boards are usually one foot wide. The seams between the board, or the batten, are covered by skinny board strips.

Clapboard

Clapboard is the classic installation of vinyl siding with a horizontal install, and each piece overlap each other.

Dutch Lap

A horizontal style of vinyl siding, Dutch lap siding’s smooth, concave face has a notch at the bottom that creates a unique, shadowed look.

Shake

Shake siding looks like thick wood shingles with deeply textured wood grain. This simulated shake effect can be smooth and finely milled or rustic and roughly split.

Scallop

Scalloped vinyl siding’s half-circle design gives homes a Victorian appearance. Because the look is so strong and eye-catching, it’s best to use scalloped siding sparingly and confine it to smaller accent areas, like gables or dormers.

The Vinyl Siding Installation Process at ARMORVUE Home Exteriors

At ARMORVUE Home Exteriors, we are committed to excellence. We carry high-quality products, and our installers are highly trained and experienced. What’s more, we offer customizable solutions for every home. Our consultation process includes:

• Scheduling an appointment: Submit an estimate form or give us a call for a free estimate on a vinyl siding project for your home.
• Project consultation: An ARMORVUE specialist will come to your home to discuss the products and designs that are available.
• Pre-installation inspection: First, a measure technician will visit your home before the project begins. Second, they will gather all measurements needed to make sure your installation is a success.
• Installation: Lastly, certified technicians will expertly install your siding, adding curb appeal to your home.
• Satisfaction: Customer satisfaction is guaranteed, and ARMORVUE Home Exteriors offers a transferable lifetime warranty.

Contact ARMORVUE Home Exteriors for Expert Vinyl Siding Installation

If you are in the greater Toledo, Ohio, area and are looking for vinyl siding, contact ARMORVUE Home Exteriors or call 419-825-4700 to schedule an in-home consultation today. Learn why homeowners throughout northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan trust ARMORVUE Home Exteriors.