CUSTOM SIDING INSTALLATION
State of the Art
Durability. Energy Efficiency. Curb Appeal.
the Better Homes Siding & Improvements promise:
Aside from aesthetics, your home’s siding shields and insulates it from the harsh elements of the weather. Maintaining it is crucial to keep out moisture that can quickly lead to mold, mildew, and structural damage.
It’s our priority to educate you about the process of installing proper insulation, as well as the siding style of your choice so that you can save money on your energy bill and preserve your home’s beauty for decades to come.
TAKE A SELF-GUIDED TOUR THROUGH YOUR SIDING OPTIONS
Scroll this page to learn about the variety of Siding styles we offer, and even browse through the latest manufacturer catalogs to get some inspiration for your home’s renovation.
Be sure to grab a pen and paper and jot down any names or colors that catch your eye and let us know your favorites during our consultation.
FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH YOUR CHOICES
Put a “face” to the name, or type of siding, so you can start to form an idea of what will be the best fit for your home.
Vinyl Clapboard
a best-seller
Clapboard siding, the most popular siding sold today, is made up of long narrow boards or panels which are nailed horizontally across the house.
Vinyl clapboard siding can be made to look exactly like wooden siding and comes in a variety of different styles, colors, textures, thickness, and lengths. Can be easily cleaned with a hose.
*Note: By adding insulation to your siding, you can save money every year by cutting your energy costs. You’ll want to ask about Insulated Clapboard Vinyl Siding.
Stone Veneer
Stone veneer siding consists of thinly cut pieces of stone that are applied to the side of a home.
Installing stone veneer on the exterior of your home is a smart investment. When it’s time to sell, benefit from one of the highest returns (92% ROI) of any major remodeling project. (Source: Remodeling magazine 2014 Cost vs. Value Report)
It can be kept beautiful using a soft bristle brush and a bucket of soapy water — no regular repainting, recaulking, tuckpointing, or sealing is needed.
Board & Batten
Board and Batten Siding or Vertical Siding runs up and down, or vertically across your house. Alternating wide and narrow vertical panels combine in a simple, yet beautiful, design well suited to distinctive architectural styles.
Sometimes called "Barn Siding" because it was used on barns all across the U.S. for many years.
It is still used today and comes in various widths and is commonly used as an accent on garages and gables.
Vinyl Shakes
Vinyl shakes mimic the rustic outdoor look of real hand-cut cedar shakes at half the cost of real wooden shakes.
They’re created from molds made of genuine cedar which gives them an appearance of being hand-split with random grooves and grain. The sun’s light creates a beautiful depth of shadow as it hits the vinyl shakes rough split texture.
Shake siding is both used in whole house applications or as an accent, most commonly on gables and dormers*. (*Visit our Accessories page to learn about these.)
Vinyl Shingles
Vinyl shingles feature an authentic sawmill texture, with molded textures and patterns that replicate the effect of saw blades and splitting tools. Many manufacturers feature mitered corner posts that are offset, which blends corners harmoniously for a more accurate appearance.
The difference between vinyl shingles and vinyl shakes is that all shingles have sawmill and perfection textures and all shakes have rough-split textures.
Vinyl Scallops
Vinyl scallops are used in whole-house applications or as an accent, most commonly on gables and dormers. These profiles add distinction to a design and greatly enhance curb appeal.
Because of the versatility of the technology, vinyl siding can comprehensively recreate a great variety of shingle profiles in this creative cladding type.
Protect your investment.
ACHIEVE LASTING BEAUTY, INCREASE DURABILITY, AND REDUCE ENERGY USE WITH INSULATION BY PROGRESSIVE FOAM TECHNOLOGIES©
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Reduces utility bills and dampens the sounds from outside
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The contoured shape of Progressive Foam Insulation not only serves as a shock absorber against cracking, denting, and breakage, it eliminates space where pests can nest behind the siding. The insulation material is also treated with a safe insecticide to protect it from termites.
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The average household produces 4-6 gallons of water vapor daily through activities like cooking and cleaning. Progressive Foam Insulation features a perm rating of up to 5.0, which allows moisture to escape the home.
BROWSE OUR PARTNERS’ PRODUCT CATALOGS
Now that you know which type(s) of siding you’re interested in learning more about, you can explore even more options including color, size, texture, style, and more. Click each image to open up an online PDF version of their catalog.
Futurebuilt™
CertainTeed vinyl siding offers exceptional durability with an industry-leading spectrum of fade-resistant colors and a Lifetime Limited Warranty. Choose from maintenance-free classic clapboard, shiplap, beaded, shakes or shingle profiles in many styles, widths, and textures.
Most Efficient 2023
At Alside, our mission is to create successful partnerships with contractors, builders, distributors, and dealers by providing, installing, and servicing industry-leading exterior building products and solutions. Our passion is helping our partners create or restore exceptional residential, multi-family, and light commercial structures that are energy-efficient, comfortable, long-lasting, and beautiful for the home.
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ASCEND® COMPOSITE CLADDING
A first-of-its-kind solution that combines beauty, performance, and easy installation for the best overall value on the market.
With tall exposures and the deeply-grained look of real wood, ASCEND captures the high-end aesthetics today’s homeowner’s demand.
After it’s installed, ASCEND doesn’t just perform... it lasts. And lasts. And lasts. Keeping that “just-installed” look for as long as it’s up, ASCEND requires minimal maintenance, day after day, year after year.
ENERGY EFFICIENT SIDING
HORIZONTAL VINYL SIDING
BOARD & BATTEN SIDING AND SOFFIT FOR VERTICAL APPLICATIONS
PELICAN BAY ONE BROCHURE
SIDING, TRIM & ACCESSORY CATALOG
COLOR COLLECTION CATALOGUE
Inspired by nature. Innovated from advanced material science. Engineered for any climate.
Everlast’s innovative triple-composite process yields the most advanced siding material in the industry. Wood, vinyl, fiber cement, and other composites are no match because, despite costly required maintenance, you'll find these alternatives still fade and deteriorate over time. Everlast lasts, for life.
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EVERLAST® BROCHURE
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GIVE US A CALL AT (860) 305-5003
You’re likely wondering about energy savings, aesthetics, costs, financing options, and timeline.
Through excellent communication and total transparency, we’ll discuss your goals, fears, and budget, and together we’ll explore the possibilities and collaborate ideas that will make your home improvement project a success.
Don't be afraid to ask us lots of questions! We too will be eager to learn more about your needs. These are the important conversations that build trust, inspire the creative process, and turn your vision into a reality.
Schedule your free consultation today and find out how we can help you. We look forward to hearing from you!