Vinyl bears a number of strengths and benefits that other construction materials simply do not. Because it’s inorganic, it doesn’t degrade as quickly in the presence of water, and its microscopic surface structure means that moisture doesn’t pass through easily. Many homeowners choose to install a vinyl siding system because they want to take advantage of these characteristics, and the minimal amount of maintenance associated with the material is also a major plus.
Of course, the advanced characteristics of this synthetic substance mean that siding can be constructed in an entirely novel manner. For instance, vinyl siding is much thinner than wood or cement fiber variants, and it doesn’t require the same kind of post-installation joint treatment. In addition, vinyl siding can easily be formed to match a wider range of styles and colors, making it an ideal complement for modern and traditional Summerville roofing.
Vinyl works a bit differently than other siding systems. Wood, asphalt and cement fiber panels are generally nailed down tightly in an overlapping fashion and then sealed using caulk. Vinyl siding members, however, include overlapping bottom edges and partial locking systems at their top edges, so they only need to be loosely fastened to exterior walls. This allows the siding to expand and contract due to weather without placing undue stress on the building materials.