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When I was a kid, my parents decided to sell the small brick home we lived in. Unfortunately, they didn’t receive any high offers for the house. Because I don’t ever want to experience the difficulties selling a house that my parents did, I’ve researched home improvements homeowners can make to add value to their properties before placing them on the market. A great remodeling project to undertake before selling a home is installing new windows. New windows can add value by improving both the appearance and energy efficiency of a home. On this blog, I hope you will discover the benefits of installing new windows in your home before attempting to sell it. Enjoy!

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Why Vinyl Is a Great Siding Product

by Jesse Henderson

Most property owners are always looking for cost-effective and fulfilling remodels to update the style of their home and increase its value. If this is the type of remodel you are interested in, you should consider installing vinyl siding. Vinyl is an ideal siding material for a number of reasons. This article explains some of the best characteristics of vinyl and why it is great for all types of homes.

Greater Energy Efficiency

First of all, adding vinyl siding to your existing sidewalls will instantly increase the energy efficiency of your home. There are many different grades and levels of insulation to consider, but even the finished product will add protection to your sidewalls. Vinyl siding basically serves as a windbreaker to your sidewalls. It creates a buffer zone that slows down heat transfer and makes your home less susceptible to the elements. Homeowners who live in extremely cold climates love insulated vinyl because it can make their home much warmer.

Vinyl Will Update Your Whole Style

If you aren't too concerned about making your home more energy efficient, you will still love the fact that vinyl will completely update the look of your home. Vinyl siding is made in a wide range of colors, textures, and prints. Most people choose solid-color products because they are the cheapest. However, you can find great printed products that are made to replicate natural surfaces like wood. Vinyl with a fake-wood print looks surprisingly authentic. It will cost you more but is a great way to give your walls a more rustic and earthy look. The texture on vinyl also makes it easy to clean and reduces glare from the sun.

Panels Versus Shingles

You also need to consider the size and style of your vinyl siding. Panel siding is probably the most popular because it is easier to install. These long planks create clean lines on your sidewalls. On the other hand, shingle siding can create a dynamic layered look, especially with multi-color products. Shingle vinyl kits include coordinating colors that look great when they are randomly installed. This looks more like tile once it is installed.

There is obviously no right or wrong reason to choose vinyl. In the end, it is a very practical material for all types of homes and all types of homeowners. It is stylish, low maintenance, affordable, and durable. No wonder so many homeowners choose it! 

Talk to a company like Kemp's Windows Inc for more personalized advice.

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