When your siding needs replacing, exploring your options can be eye-opening. After all, you’re not just choosing something that will protect your home for a season. Siding is a long-term investment, so it pays to know the options upfront so you can get the best fit for your distinct long-term needs.
Let’s walk through siding options and how long they last, so you can make an informed decision when selecting siding that fits your home’s style, climate, and budget.
Popular Fiber Cement’s Endurance
The average lifespan of fiber cement is up to 50-plus years when it is professionally installed and well maintained over its lifetime. James Hardie fiber cement is warrantied up to 30 years when installed by an Elite Tier Contractor within the James Hardie ALLIANCE (like us!). When the manufacturer stands behind their siding with a warranty that lasts decades, that gives you confidence in its longevity!
Durability
- Made of cement, sand, and cellulose, fiber cement delivers unmatched durability. Its reliable resistance to weather, fire, pests, and rot extends its lifespan significantly when compared to other siding options. Fiber cement keeps moisture at bay and saves you from the cost and hassles of repairs that other siding materials require.
Maintenance Needs
- Fiber cement is so resilient and tough, it needs almost no maintenance. Just wash it once or twice a year with a garden hose and mild soap, and reapply caulk when needed. That’s about it! You’ll have more time to do the things you love most when you cover your home in low-maintenance fiber cement.
Environmental Factors That Impact Longevity
- Fiber cement stands up against Wichita’s weather with ease. Our high humidity, extreme heat, strong winds, and snow are no match for fiber cement siding. As a Kansas homeowner, you can make a long-term investment in fiber cement siding with confidence that it will stand up to our area’s weather.
Cost
While fiber cement may be a more significant investment than vinyl siding upfront, it will save you in the long run because it will last longer and need less maintenance and repairs.
Home Style
- Fiber cement siding is versatile with a variety of styles to choose from, making it a great choice for a wide variety of architectural styles.
Cost-Effective Vinyl’s Lifespan
When vinyl siding is installed properly by an experienced contractor, and then is taken care of by a conscientious homeowner, it will last 20-40 years. That’s a win! Its energy-efficient insulation keeps your home warm each winter and cool each summer, which will make your house more comfortable and lower your utility bills.
Durability
- Vinyl siding offers affordable durability. Its longevity is directly impacted by how well it is installed, so be sure to take time to find a contractor with a track record of success.
Maintenance Needs
- Vinyl doesn’t need to be painted or stained like other siding materials. At Keeter Roofing & Remodeling, the vinyl siding we install has fade-resistant color retention that will keep your home looking gorgeous over the years!
- Inspecting your siding each spring, fall, and after major storms is key. Have it professionally checked if you find anything concerning when you assess your siding. Vinyl can be susceptible to cracking, particularly when extreme weather passes through. If you decide on vinyl siding, address any repair needs quickly so they don’t cascade into bigger problems. (Your wallet will thank you.)
Cost
- You’ll pay less upfront for vinyl siding than you will for fiber cement or engineered wood. While it won’t last as long as fiber cement, vinyl’s affordability makes it a popular choice, particularly for first-time homeowners and property owners.
Environmental Factors That Impact Longevity
- The Wichita climate may be harder on vinyl siding than fiber cement or engineered wood. But when vinyl’s shorter lifespan is balanced with its low cost, it can still be a good choice.
Home Style
- Vinyl siding looks great on a variety of home styles from traditional, colonial, and farmhouse to contemporary designs. Its versatility in colors and textures gives you every opportunity to customize your home.
Enduring Engineered Wood’s Longevity
When it’s installed correctly and has regular upkeep, LP SmartSide Engineered Wood Siding lasts up to 50 years! It’s backed by an exceptional warranty, ensuring the manufacturer stands behind it. This gives homeowners confidence when covering their home with engineered wood.
Durability
- LP SmartSide offers advanced durability that gives your home lasting beauty. It is made of sustainably sourced recycled wood fibers and engineered with a process that includes strong layered protection that ensures your home is protected from impact and moisture.
Maintenance Needs
- LP SmartSide resists damage, moisture intrusion, and pests, so your house keeps looking gorgeous over the years and only requires minimal upkeep.
Environmental Factors That Impact Longevity
- When you live in an area that experiences high wind events, the strength of your siding matters. Here’s some great news! Engineered wood’s makeup stands up to severe storms with wind gusts up to 200 mph. Wow! That’ll give you peace of mind even in the middle of a storm. It also offers your home trusted protection against hail, snow, water penetration, decay, and pests.
Cost
- While the initial investment for engineered wood siding is more than vinyl, it will last much longer and safeguard your home from damage throughout its lifespan.
Home Style
- High-performing engineered wood siding offers a complete line of products to complement nearly any home style.
Don’t Miss Out on the Benefits of Installing New Siding That Lasts!
When investing in new siding, you want something that will go the distance regardless of the severe weather we can experience here in Wichita, right? At Keeter Roofing & Remodeling, we install durable LP SmartSide Engineered Wood Siding, popular James Hardie fiber cement siding, and cost-effective vinyl siding. When installed by our experienced team, these siding options deliver decades of protection. Discover for yourself how beautiful replacement siding installed right the first time can simplify your life with its longevity and low maintenance.
