What to Consider When Choosing Siding

When selecting the right siding for your home, there are a number of considerations to keep in mind.

Locking System - The locking system joins two panels together. It enables the siding to stay firmly in place and resist lifting up in strong winds. A properly designed locking system should always allow the panel to slide freely within the lock. At United Services, our siding is rated to withstand winds up to 180 mph.

Nailing Hem - The nailing hem is the top edge of a panel that's nailed to the wall. It should have elongated slots that allow the panel to slide on the nail and to expand or contract with weather extremes. For areas that experience high winds, insist on reinforced double hems. At United Services, our siding comes standard with double hems.

Panel Thickness and Rigidity - Thicker, higher gauge panels are better. Thick, rigid panels with double nail hems provide greater wind resistance, withstand dents and lie flatter and straighter against the wall. Thicker gauge is recommended for areas with high winds and extreme temperature changes. At United Services, our premium line of siding is one of the thickest siding panels available on the market.

Finish and Profile - Finish refers to the texture of the panel. Typical finishes are brushstroke, wood and cedar grain. Profile refers to the specific design and exposure size of a panel. Typical profiles are straight lap, Dutch lap and vertical. Each profile and finish creates a unique exterior look and is a matter of personal choice.

Color Quality - Panels formulated with high quality ingredients retain color much longer and make matching panels during repairs or remodeling easier. Look for siding products that feature an innovative cap stock giving the panel exterior superior fade resistance, as well as color that goes all the way through the panel. At United Services, our siding has the best fade protection in the industry.

While selecting quality siding for your home is important, the most important consideration is selecting the right company to install your siding. Siding is only as good as the people installing it. Improperly installed siding will not look correct and will need repairs and maintenance in a short period of time. Our installers have been with our company for decades. We use only industry professionals that adhere to the standards set by the Vinyl Siding Institute.

At United Services, we understand your home is one of the most valuable possessions you own. We strive to make each and every home we work on beautiful. From the smallest to the largest projects, our installers take time with the details and will make your home beautiful for you.