If you need new siding and are about to reach out to contractors to get estimates, it is essential to know what questions to ask to find the best fit for your needs. In this blog, we’ll outline vital questions to include in your conversation with contractors you’re considering. From their number of years in…
How to Keep Your Versetta Stone Siding Looking Great
Knowing how to care for your stone veneer siding is essential to its long-term looks and performance. Since damage that results from improper cleaning of Versetta Stone® siding can void its warranty, it is essential to learn how to clean and maintain it properly. As one of the top stone veneer products, Versetta Stone siding…
How to Maintain Your Vinyl Siding
Vinyl siding and insulated vinyl siding are among the most straightforward home exterior materials to maintain. Clean them annually, and you’ll prevent dirt accumulation, thwart mold and mildew stains, and add years of life to your siding. Here are some simple steps to maintain your siding: How to Clean Your Vinyl Siding Prepare to Wash…
How to Keep Your EDCO Steel Siding in Tip-Top Shape
One of the lowest maintenance siding materials on the market today is EDCO steel siding. Its minimal upkeep requirements are one of the most significant benefits of covering your home with it. If you’ve ever had masonite or wood siding, then you know how draining their maintenance needs can be on your time and money. …
How New Siding Makes Your Home More Energy Efficient
Looking for ways to save energy and cut down on your monthly utility bills? New siding can help increase your home’s energy efficiency. Snow, freezing rain, ice, and temperatures below freezing in the Twin Cities can make warming your house a real chore for your furnace. The good news? You can make your energy bills…
Comparing LP SmartSide vs. Wood Siding
Natural wood and engineered wood are quite different from each other. And their differences add up and impact their need for maintenance (or not). LP SmartSide improves on the characteristics of natural wood, making it an attractive low-maintenance choice for re-siding your home. Here’s a closer look: Comparing LP SmartSide with Traditional Wood Siding Makeup…
Should You Replace Your Siding Before You Sell Your Home?
If you’re planning to sell your home, it makes sense to do some upgrades first. Whether or not you replace your home’s siding before listing depends on several factors: your siding’s current condition, your timeline, your home’s value, the cost of the upgrades, and your cost-to-benefit analysis. Fiber cement siding replacement delivers one of the…
Top Energy-Efficient Siding Options for Your Home
Minnesota snow, freezing rain, ice, and sleet can be brutal on your home’s siding. But you can face winter with confidence when your home is covered in an energy-efficient siding material. Your siding material directly affects how much insulation it will provide and, therefore, the energy savings you will enjoy. If siding doesn’t stand up…
Tips on How to Bug-Proof Your Windows
When windows get old, they tend to leak. Bugs can slip into your home through tiny cracks as thin as a debit card. Screens tend to break, making entry into your home even easier for insects and other unwanted bugs. During the winter, insects may be drawn to the warmth of your home, while in…
Should You Replace Your Windows if You’re Going to Sell Soon?
If you’re planning on selling your home in the next few years, but your windows need to be replaced now, is it worth it to go ahead and replace them? New windows help maximize curb appeal, give a positive first impression to homebuyers, boost energy efficiency, and increase the comfort of your home interior (particularly…
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