James Hardie Fiber Cement Siding vs. Vinyl Siding for Denver Homes
Choosing new siding for your house is an extremely important decision. Each option for new siding comes with its pros and cons and when all is said and done only you can know what product will fit your budget, needs and wants for your home. However, as a siding company, Colorado siding knows the good the bad and the ugly about nearly every type of siding and we can say with authority that James Hardie Fiber Cement siding is by far the best product for homes, especially those with values over 180k. There are four distinct factors that brought us to this conclusion:
Durability: James Hardie fiber cement siding is far and away from the most durable product on the market. It resists rot, pests, freezing cold weather and even fire. Vinyl siding, on the other hand, can get brittle and crack in winter, resulting in a need for repair or replacement.
Maintenance: Beyond physical durability, aesthetically, James Hardie’s fiber cement siding has the added benefit of ColorPlus® Technology—a baked-on color option that resists fading—your siding will look great for a very long time without excessive maintenance.
Energy Efficiency: Heating and cooling account for 50 to 70% of the energy used on average in America. Compared to vinyl siding James Hardie Fiber Cement siding offers better airtightness and reduced heat transfer, which means better efficiency and lower energy bills for your home
Cost: Although James Hardie siding is not the cheapest siding on the market, it is well worth the investment. Paying more for a siding that will last longer, has minimal maintenance and saves you money on your heating and cooling is a wise long term investment.
Work with Denver’s Leading James Hardie Siding Contractor
The differences between James Hardie Fiber Cement siding and vinyl siding are pretty distinct and the clear winner between the two is James Hardie. Finding the right contractor to install your new siding is just as important as the siding itself. Colorado Siding is one of Colorado’s premier siding installers with over a decade of experience and an A+ rating with the BBB. Contact us today for a free siding estimate and see the difference experience makes!
Martin Faith
Martin Faith is a proud Scotsman, business owner, and home improvement expert. In 2002, after an unfortunate experience with a local contractor and a siding project gone wrong, Martin decided to start his own home improvements company. His goal was to help other homeowners avoid having to suffer through the same experience. He founded Scottish Home Improvements, a customer-focused siding company based in Denver. Martin's small business grew rapidly and today is the largest siding company in the state. With an A+ Rating from the BBB, recognition as a Preferred James Hardie Elite Contractor, and over fifteen years of experience, Scottish Home Improvements is the number one trusted source for residential and commercial siding in Colorado.