In communities all around the nation, homeowners have cut back considerably on home improvements, but when it comes time to sell their homes they may wish they had made room in the budget for this one – new vinyl siding.  A Colorado Springs vinyl sidingcontractor can recommend the right solution to protect a home against harsh elements and improve the outward appearance of your home, but vinyl siding does much more than that. 

According to the annual “Cost vs. Value Report” in Remodeling magazine (2008), 80% of the cost of new vinyl siding will be recouped at the time of sale.  This percentage increases to 87% with fiber cement siding, a slightly more expensive option offered by many Colorado Springs vinyl siding contractors. 

 

The most popular choice for new homes in the United States, vinyl siding is known for being a tough and durable option for homeowners.  Based on budget, green priorities and maintenance needs, here a brief overview of how vinyl siding might work for your home:

• It is widely available in many colors and styles, and requires very little maintenance because the color is permeated throughout the vinyl and never needs painting.
• Even in extreme temperatures, vinyl siding maintains its shape and color, and either meets or exceeds a homeowners’ expectations. 
• Because it is so lightweight, vinyl siding can be installed quickly and can even be retrofitted over existing siding.  Some of the top brands will allow their lifetime guarantees to be transferred from one homeowner to the next. 
• Green building enthusiasts will note that vinyl siding does not degrade in landfills because it uses PVC (polyvinyl chloride) to maintain its durability, but the material’s replacement cycle (30-50 years) can offset this drawback to some degree.

Your Colorado Springs vinyl siding contractor can provide you with a more accurate estimate, but the average cost per square foot, installed, is between $2 and $6. 

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