Vinyl siding is a great way to give your house a makeover and enhance its exterior curb appeal. It lowers the need for frequent painting, protects your home from severe weather conditions, and increases its overall value. However, to ensure a successful and long-lasting vinyl siding installation, there are a few mistakes you should steer clear of at all times.
- Selecting an Inappropriate Style and Color The siding is one of the first things people will notice about your house. Therefore, you should be patient when choosing a suitable color for your siding, since selecting the wrong combination or style might disrupt your home’s visual appeal.
- Poor Alignment. Proper alignment is crucial for a seamless and professional-looking vinyl siding installation. The recommended amount of overlap where two siding panels converge should be roughly one to one-and-a-quarter inches. Excessive overlap restricts flexibility and motion and increases the possibility of rippling or buckling. Also, failure to align the panels correctly can lead to an uneven appearance and gaps between the panels, allowing destructive moisture and pests to enter behind them.
- Failing to Hire a Professional Siding Installer. Lastly, the beauty and safety of your home can be influenced by the quality of a vinyl siding installation. For this reason, you should invest in an experienced, licensed, and reliable siding contractor. A licensed contractor will take charge of the process and complete the installation correctly, ensuring a high-quality result.
If you want durable and beautiful siding for your home, reach out to us at Freedom Roofing, Windows and Siding LLC. We are A+ accredited with the BBB, and our team of experts has extensive experience in vinyl siding installations.