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Little maintenance is required beyond periodic washing with a garden hose to remove dirt. Avoid using abrasive cleaners or pressure washers that might damage the siding.

While painting vinyl siding is never necessary, people who paint vinyl to update the look of their homes can potentially get the secondary benefit of giving siding a protective seal. However, the wrong paint can actually promote vinyl siding melting or warping by attracting sunlight and heat. It's important to choose a vinyl-safe paint color that is either equal to or lighter than the current shade to prevent attracting heat to a darker color. Most homeowners who choose to paint vinyl siding need to repaint every five to 10 years.

It’s almost always more affordable to repair vinyl siding. It costs an average of $3 to $12 per square foot to install new vinyl siding. Alternatively, it costs between $2 and $4 per square foot to repair vinyl siding. In some cases, a complete replacement may be more expensive up front, but could save you money in the long run if it helps avoid ongoing issues like leaks and water damage. Use a siding calculator to determine square footage and estimate the costs of both options.

Thickness is one important component of many. The thicker your siding is, the stronger it is. In addition, it is better able to withstand high winds and other extreme weather situations. A thicker siding also helps reduce noise transmission, which might be important if you live in a dense, bustling area. That said, make sure to also consider the panel architecture and projection, nailing hem design, locking mechanism, and other important elements of vinyl siding in addition to thickness.