FAQ’s
What is cheaper to build with: real brick or fake brick siding?
Brick veneer is a more cost-effective way to get the look and feel of solid brick.
How long does vinyl exterior siding last?
Typically, vinyl siding lasts between 20 and 40 years.
What is the best quality vinyl siding?
Premium Grade – this is the priciest grade that you will find in the market.
What is the difference between exterior cladding and siding?
Indirect Application…… Put simply, siding is applied to a wall directly and cladding is applied indirectly.
Cladding is separated from exterior sheathing by furring strips, creating a ventilated drainage plane and
water-resistive barrier (WRB).
What are signs we should replace our exterior siding?
Excessive Maintenance. As siding wears out, the maintenance cycle shortens.
• Loose or missing siding.
• Pest damage.
• Color fading.
• Buckled, cracked, sagging or warped siding or rot.
• Finish that’s bubbling or blistering.
Is “hardie board” and “cement board siding” the same thing?
Fiber cement siding is often called “hardiplank” or even “hardie board” named from the most popular
brand of fiber cement siding which is manufactured by James Hardie. Fiber cement planks are formed by
combining wood pulp with Portland cement.
What Is Stucco Siding?
Stucco is a cement-type mixture made of Portland cement, lime, sand and water. It is a thin finish coat
that goes on the outermost layer of residential and commercial constructions. Modern stucco has
polymers and other agents for increased flexibility that improves its resilience.
How long do stucco exterior walls last?
Stucco can well last over 50 years with proper maintenance. It can expand and contract with the
weather to sustain critical damage, unlike other siding options. It’s also resistant to mold, rot and
mildew.
How do you maintain stucco exterior siding?
The maintenance is very minimal though, providing that you have sound stucco walls that were applied
correctly.