"Ideal Siding saved the day with their speedy siding repair service. In just one week, they had our house looking shipshape again. Super impressed and definitely recommending them to everyone!"
"They installed gutters on my porch and did a great job. There was an issue with draining on the one side so they came back and fixed the issue right away. A+ work."
"Murrey kept good communication with me regarding the project. He had plenty of samples of both styles and colors for the siding. The work was done in a day and we could not be more pleased."
"Phil was extremely responsive, professional and knowledgeable. He visited our house to understand our needs and also provided excellent recommendations. In addition to the roof, he took on a gutter replacement and our shaker siding replacement. He looked for siding materials and dropped off samples to help me decide on the color. His team was prompt, productive, and worked extremely well under Phil guidance, with Phil being on site during the duration of the project. Along the way, Phil checked in with us to confirm work details and was extremely transparent. We are very satisfied and are confident that we received excellent products and installation for a very good price. I would hire him again without hesitation and recommend him to others with confidence!"
"Looking forward to hiring them again for siding replacement! Excellent customer care - skilled workers- high end materials. What else could you ask for from contractors?"
Vinyl can withstand many different cleaning methods, but there are two things you need to be wary of. First, particularly harsh chemicals will damage your vinyl siding and reduce its lifespan. Second, be careful about pressure washing your vinyl siding. Vinyl can resist powerful washing damage more than softer siding like wood, but high levels of pressure can still crack it. Use the lowest level of pressure for power washing vinyl, or hire a siding professional to do it.
Generally speaking, the thicker the siding, the higher the quality. Thicker siding provides a stronger resistance against extreme weather conditions. Thicker siding also tends to fade more slowly under the sun. Hardie boards, a popular fiber cement siding option, is usually 5/16 inches thick. Meanwhile, masonry-finished cement siding varies from 5/8 to 5/8 inches thick.
Although dish soap will work to clean some of the grime off the aluminum siding, it may not kill mold and mildew as efficiently as a cleaning solution you can buy at a hardware store. If you have oily or greasy substances on the aluminum siding, rather than mold and mildew, dish soap should work extremely well.
The most significant benefit to mixing siding styles is the visual appeal and intrigue you can create. Multiple colors or textures will make your home stand out, boosting curb appeal and home value. Mixing siding styles also lets you take advantage of the high resale value of stone without having to pay the high cost of covering your entire home with it. Coupling stone and vinyl means pairing affordability and value. Plus, you’ll often only have to pay for a partial siding replacement when it comes time to replace one of the materials.
If you have stucco on the outside of your home, it’s technically considered cladding and not siding, but beyond that, it’s impossible to tell without a little digging. Without damaging the siding material, expose part of it to see if there’s an air gap between the siding and your exterior wall. If there is, you have cladding. If the siding is affixed directly to the exterior wall, you have a simple siding system.
The West View, PA homeowners’ guide to siding services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
The cost of Hardie board siding depends on the size of your home and the style and color you choose. Get a more accurate estimate with our in-depth cost guide.
Siding is a critical part of keeping your home protected from the elements and looking great. Learn what siding on a house is, how long it lasts, and what it costs.
Learn who to call when you need to replace or install the siding on your home. Choose a professional who will install your siding correctly and safely.
Hiring the right siding contractor can make this project go smoothly. Learn how to hire a siding contractor, what to ask, and what red flags to look for
