Vinyl Siding in Spring

Vinyl siding is one of the best new materials to cover your house in, and there are so many reasons why this is true. Vinyl is a material that does not need to be painted, meaning that there is little maintenance to keeping your home looking as great as the first day you got this siding installed. Similarly, this material is perfect in almost all types of weather climates, meaning that whether you are living in New England or New Mexico, you will be able to revel in the benefits that are bestowed upon vinyl siding.

What Makes the Spring Different?

Did you know that springtime is one of the best times to install your vinyl siding? This is because it’s not too hot and not too cold. During the summertime, it can be so excruciatingly hot, and humid, especially in Massachusetts, and in New England in general. The heat can cause the vinyl to expand slightly. While this is probably more prevalent in the southwest of the United States, it is technically possible that it can happen here as well.

On the other hand, cold weather does the exact opposite. The vinyl material can contract slightly, making the measurements a bit off where they would be during a milder season.

Different Tendencies in the Spring

In the springtime, many people change up what they do. Typically, more time is spent outside, and since there is no snow, lawn work is always a must. Some of the things that may be beneficial to look out for are as follows:

  • Lawnmowers: Lawnmowers can cause problems only if you knock directly into the vinyl or a larger rock flies into the vinyl. This could cause a crack in the material.
  • Soccer Balls: Like above, soccer balls shot rather hard can cause more cracking to your vinyl. One of the things you can do is make sure that your backyard soccer net is not directly on the side of your home.
  • Grills: Grills can get very hot, and this could potentially cause a few problems with your siding, so similarly to directly above, making sure it’s not directly against your wall will be very beneficial.

If you need new siding for your home or need a professional to look at your siding to help determine when you will need new home vinyl siding, feel free to contact us by filling out our contact form or by calling us at 781-899-6353.