So you have come to the point in your home ownership, where you are ready to install vinyl siding.
You have done your research and decided vinyl is the best choice for your needs and budget.
You are tired of painting your house every few years and like the fact that vinyl does not require painting.
Vinyl siding is a product that has been geared to home owner installation as well as contractor install.
Before you lift a saw or hammer, read everything you can find in books and the Internet about installing this product for a professional quality job that lasts for years and years.
The first step in a successful vinyl siding installation project is to choose the correct material and color for your home and region.
Vinyl comes in many styles, constructions and colors, as well as a wide price and quality range.
Pick a color that will blend with your neighborhood as well as please you.
A color that is at odds with the neighborhood colors may make your house harder to sell when the time comes.
If your home is short on energy efficiency due to lack of adequate insulation, pick one of the sidings with insulation attached.
Vinyl also comes in a variety of textures and finishes so it can look like wood siding, slate or other more expensive siding materials.
Vinyl siding comes horizontal or vertical, so pick the one that best fits the style and construction of your home.
The next step is to order the correct quantity of siding and trim for your house.
If you run out in the middle of the job, you might not get the exact match in the next order and the job will not look right.
Also stopping in the middle of the siding job will be inconvenient and could be costly if inclement weather comes.
Before you remove old siding or trim in preparation for the new siding, make sure you have all the tools and equipment handy to do a professional job.
Read over the instructions very carefully to be sure you are able to complete the job on your own.
Purchase all the new trim pieces and accessories necessary to have a professional looking job.
Do not cut corners or your siding job will not perform like it should.
If you miss cut a piece of siding, get rid of it and cut another one correctly.
Make sure you have a water and weather proof envelope of siding for your home by caulking and sealing all the vulnerable places for water infiltration.
Purchase the best quality vinyl siding you can afford to ensure a long lasting product.