Benefits of Fiber Cement Siding as Opposed to Vinyl Siding

When it comes time to purchase new siding for your home, how do you know which material to choose? There are pro’s and con’s to all siding materials, and the frontrunners of the industry have been fiber cement and vinyl. Vinyl was the norm, and when you walked around the neighborhood, most of the homes featured vinyl. When fiber cement was introduced, homeowners all around you were drawn to the wood grain appeal, as well as the sturdy feel of the material.

Fiber cement products will last many years when it is properly installed. Due to our training and diligence to home remodeling, we have become one the leading fiber cement (notably James Hardie brand) siding companies in Loudoun County. But what makes the fiber cement material more beneficial to the home than vinyl? Besides being a more durable solution and more eye appealing to passersby, you are treated to many advantages, including the three below.

Design. We know you want to have control over the look of your house. It’s inevitable. We have a vision, and want it to come to life. When you choose fiber cement like James Hardie, you can be as creative with the design as you’d like. Match colors, select the perfect texture, and form the fiber into the shape and size of your choosing. With fiber, the color and texture you select won’t fade easily over time, giving your property stability and top quality.

Resistance. When you choose a fiber cement siding material like James Hardie, you’re treated to a protective siding that is resistance to many of the earth’s elements. When there is harsh weather, you can be sure your siding is holding pat with its resistance to rotting, cracking, hail, and gusts of wind up to 150 miles per hour. With the elite color technology (ColorPlus) the material is finished to resist fading more so than its competitors. When you have an installation of vinyl, it won’t be long before you see the effects of weather damage, and color fading. One more resistant aspect of James Hardie is its noncombustible stature. When a fire breaks out, your siding will protect the property, which is more than can be said for vinyl.

Thickness. With fiber cement, you’re getting a thick siding that has added durability to your home. It is 5x thicker than vinyl, offering optimal protection through its resistance and design.

Our James Hardie Certified Installers at Sunshine Contracting have rigorously trained to become a Preferred Remodeler of James Hardie products. Our sufficient level of quality and professional approach has earned us this prestigious recognition, and we provide you with confidence when trusting us for your remodeling project. Our crew enjoys working with James Hardie, and are committed to quality service.

At the end of the day, you weigh the options set forth to you by a siding contractor in Loudoun County, and come to a conclusion. Based on what you see here, James Hardie and fiber cement keep various elements away from the home, leaving you with an attractive home at an affordable cost.