Home Siding Installation and Upkeep FAQs

<img src="https://dcr-apis.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/wp_contents/uploads/2017/06/Home_Siding-Wood-Shingles_Marin_Marin-County-Sidewall-Co_1.jpg" alt="class=attachment-post-thumbnail" style="height: ;width: "/> Q: Why choose a Diamond Certified siding contractor? A: Diamond Certified helps you choose a siding contractor with confidence by offering a list of top-rated local companies who have passed the country’s most <a href="https://www.diamondcertified.org/ratings-process/" target="_self">in-depth rating process</a>. Only siding contractors rated Highest in Quality earn the prestigious Diamond Certified award. Most companies can’t pass the ratings. American Ratings Corporation also monitors every Diamond Certified company with ongoing research and ratings. And your purchase is backed by the <a href="https://diamondcertified.org/performance-guarantee/" target="_self">Diamond Certified Performance Guarantee</a>. So you’ll feel confident choosing a Diamond Certified siding contractor. Q: How can siding lower my utility bills? A: Several options can achieve greater insulation for your home which will lower your utility bills. For example, prior to siding installation, insulation can be blown into your walls. Also, a rigid insulation board can be installed prior to siding. Solid core siding automatically raises the insulating value of your home. Talk to your siding contractor for the different options available that will help lower your utility bills. Q: What are the different warranties available for siding? A: This depends on the type of siding that you purchase. Warranties for premium siding products can last as long as you live in your home. Some warranties cover both later and material and are not prorated. Q: How long will new siding last? A: Quality siding products are designed to last a lifetime. Ask your siding company about the age expectations and warranties that cover the particular type of exterior siding product you’re considering. Q: Is there maintenance on siding? A: Most sidings do not require maintenance. However, fiber cement will require painting through the years. Q: How durable is new siding? A: Most sidings are very durable. Vinyl siding can crack if it is hit with a baseball bat or large hail, etc. Fiber cement, composite, and solid core sidings are very durable and hold up well in various weather conditions and other abuse. Q: When is the best time to put on new siding? A: Most siding contractors install siding year round. There is no different in quality, longevity, or look whether you install the siding in December or June. Q: Can I get sued if someone gets hurt on my property during siding? A: Yes. This is the reason that it is important to hire a reputable contractor with proper insurance and bonding. Q: Do siding contractors recycle? A: Yes, some siding contractors do recycle. The materials removed from your home can be ground up and used as road bed material. Q: Will my lawn or plants get damaged during the siding process? How about rusty nails? A: A quality siding contractor will protect your plants and shrubs with tarps. A quality siding contractor will also ran an industrial magnet roller through your yard as part of the clean-up process to be sure that there are no hidden rusty nails. Q: Do I have to be home while the siding is being installed? A: A siding contractor should not need to enter your home so you would not need to be home while the siding is being installed. Talk with your siding installer to find out if there are any specific reasons they would want you to be available or on-site during your siding installation. Q: Does new siding increase the re-sale value of my home? A: Homeowners can see as much as an 83% increase on their home after the installation of new siding. This may vary depending on the age, location and style of your home as all home values are independently figured. Q: Can siding be installed over stucco? A: Yes, siding can be installed over old stucco. If this is what you hope to have done on your job, talk with your local siding contractor about the specifics of your job and whether it’s a good solution to your home siding needs. Q: Is vertical siding available? A: Most sidings are installed in a vertical profile. Talk to your local siding contractors to see which types of siding are available to you and your home. Q: How long does it take to install new siding? A: Usually, new siding can be installed in just a few days. This will depend on the type of siding you’re having installed, the current condition of your home’s exterior and the skill, ability and timing of the local siding installer you’ve chosen. Q: What if it rains during the installation of the siding? A: A quality siding contractor will take all necessary precautions and full responsibility in protecting your home from rain so that damage does not occur.