Vinyl siding is one of the most popular exterior home improvements. It’s affordable, easy to install, and requires little maintenance. But masonry exteriors are gaining more popularity due to their energy efficiency and durability. If you’re considering vinyl siding for your house but aren’t sure if it’s the right choice, take a look at why masonry exteriors are better than vinyl siding.
Masonry has a longer life expectancy than vinyl.
Vinyl may cost less than masonry exteriors initially, but you’ll have to replace it much sooner than if you had chosen stone instead. Masonry lasts a lifetime. As long as you repair the occasional crack to the mortar, your durable stone exterior can last a hundred years, while vinyl will need to be replaced every 20 years.
Masonry is more energy efficient than vinyl.
Because you don’t have to replace masonry as often, its impact to the environment is lessened.
Stone also acts as a thermal mass, meaning that it stores and releases heat slowly. This helps keep your home cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter without using your HVAC.
Masonry is more weather resistant.
Vinyl siding is not as durable as masonry, and it can chip or crack more easily. The material does not hold up well in extreme weather conditions like freezing temperatures and heavy rainfalls, making your home vulnerable to water damage.
Masonry lasts longer than other materials because it’s made from natural stone that has been fired at very high temperatures, which makes it harder than most other building materials available today. Masonry doesn’t expand and contract like other materials do when exposed to heat or cold; this means less risk of cracking and warping over time.
Masonry requires less maintenance than vinyl siding.
Not only does vinyl siding need to be replaced every 20 years, it attracts dirt and mold and needs to be cleaned regularly to look good. It can also be easily damaged. Stone exteriors require far less maintenance.
The elegant look of brick and stone – a beautiful Manchester Green Homes masonry exterior.
Masonry exteriors just look better.
The elegant look of a stone exterior can’t be underestimated compared to the cheap look of vinyl siding. Masonry can be fully customized in the color and texture of the stone used, which means that you can choose an aesthetically pleasing exterior that also suits your home’s style.
While vinyl siding comes in just about every color under the sun, but there will always be something missing from vinyl siding that masonry exteriors have: character!
Masonry exteriors are a great option for homeowners looking to improve the look of their home.
They’re not only beautiful, but they also offer many benefits that vinyl siding simply can’t match. If you want something that will last for generations, then choose masonry over vinyl at all costs!
At Manchester Green Homes, all of our homes come standard with stone exteriors.