How to Pick Quality Building Products to Get the Most Bang for Your Buck
Thinking about a home project? Whether you want to replace windows, update your home’s siding, or give your roof an overhaul, it’s important to take time to make sure you’re picking out the best materials for the job. Since installation costs for project materials are often comparable, the real decisions come down to choosing between top quality products that will last and lower quality products that may require more maintenance. Here are a few factors to consider:
Installation
It’s one thing to start a home project, but it’s quite another to see it to completion. That’s why you want to make sure you choose materials that are easy to install and make your project a relative breeze. For new construction, as well as roof and wall updates, a ZIP System is an asset. Not only does this revolutionary system streamline weatherization, but it’s also quick and simple to install, thanks to a two-step process that eliminates any need for felt or housewrap. Plus, once installed, ZIP Systems stand up against the elements to create a home that’s energy-efficient and water-resistive.
Durability
In addition to easy installation, another indicator of quality materials is durability. Take LP® Smartside, for instance. As a leading brand for trim and siding, LP® Smartside makes engineered siding from wood strand technology that can withstand whatever Mother Nature throws against it. Its extreme durability is due to the brand’s proprietary SmartGuard® process, which protects against everything from fungal decay and hail to moisture and termites.
Of course, when thinking about durability, it’s important to look at how one product compares with others on the market. In the case of LP® Smartside, it outperforms competitor materials in every instance. Unlike fiber cement, it comes with a limited warranty and a faster and easier installation process, not to mention a higher resistance to the elements. It also outshines traditional wood, thanks to its durable nature and impact and moisture resistance. It’s even a better choice than vinyl in terms of both durability and impact resistance, not to mention overall attractiveness.
Maintenance
Last but not least, one of the most surefire ways to determine a quality product is to consider how much maintenance will be needed down the line. With products from industry leaders like Andersen Windows & Doors and Trex, homeowners can rest assured that their material investments will last them for years to come.
With Andersen, windows are made to stand the test of time. The brand’s windows offer superior thermal performance, while its composite ones hold up against extreme temperatures. Even its vinyl clad windows utilize a wood core to offer increased strength and longevity.
Like Andersen, Trex composite decking is another material that requires minimal maintenance after installation. In fact, once the decking is in place, homeowners can skip the sanding, staining, and painting in favor of a quick soap and water wash when needed. Because Trex is extremely durable, it can outlast wood decking and does not require the constant care and cleaning that’s necessary for wood decking.
Want to learn more about top-quality products for your home? Stop into any Page Lumber, Millwork, & Building Materials store in the Hudson Valley to speak with a local expert.