Why Choose Fiber Cement Siding From James Hardie?
But there is another important characteristic of siding that you absolutely must consider: thermal expansion.
Thermal expansion refers to the tendency of matter to change in shape, area and volume in direct response to changes in temperature. And vinyl siding has one of the worst thermal expansion rates of any siding material on the market today. In fact, if exposed to direct sunlight at extreme temperatures, cheaper vinyl siding will actually warp…or melt.
But worse yet, the expansion and contraction that occurs with vinyl siding (especially here in Oregon with our hot summers and cold wet winters), is so severe that you cannot screw in vinyl siding for a tight seal. You must “hang” the siding on screws, through an expansion eyelet so that the vinyl siding can move.
Hardiplank is actually nailed in for a seamless, watertight seal. Hanging vinyl, on the other hand, creates opportunities for water to seep in behind your siding and cause dry rot, mold and mildew. Vinyl fails quickly in the Pacific Northwest. We been around long enough to see the damage it can cause, and for this reason, we do not perform any vinyl siding installation.
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Why is Hardieplank Siding Superior?
- Price
- Longevity
- Beauty
- Protection
- Environment
James Hardie siding is the clear winner! Call Titan siding contractors today at 503-746-7648 for a free estimate on James Hardie siding replacement and new-construction siding installation.
