Vinyl siding FAQs
When people are trying to decide on siding for their home, they have many choices. Vinyl offers distinct advantages—and it’s certainly the most affordable option. Here are answers to frequently asked questions to help you better understand what vinyl siding can do for your home. Does vinyl siding fade or become discolored? Sunlight can fade the color over time, and…
Read Full ArticleThe benefits of insulated vinyl siding
Vinyl siding is a popular choice for homeowners because advances in the design and manufacturing have led to products that look natural, add energy efficiency, and require very little maintenance. We’re often asked if upgrading to insulated vinyl siding is worth the investment. Our answer is a resounding, “Yes!” This type of siding includes a layer of insulating foam material,…
Read Full ArticleShould you repair or replace your garage door?
The garage door is one of those things that is easily overlooked, until the garage door opener doesn’t work or someone accidentally backs into the door. Your garage door provides a significant impact on your home’s curb appeal, so you might want to give it more thought. Should you repair or replace your garage door? Here are some clues. You…
Read Full ArticleMaintenance for your fiber cement siding
Fiber cement siding is a great choice for lasting curb appeal for your home. To protect your investment, you need to do some simple maintenance. Remove dirt and debris by washing the exterior surfaces every 6 to 12 months. Use a garden hose or low pressure water spray, not a pressure washer. For James Hardie fiber cement siding with ColorPlus®…
Read Full ArticleIs your siding’s water-resistive barrier doing its job?
No matter how expertly your home’s siding is installed, there’s always a chance it might leak. To prevent damage to your home, you need a wall sheathing known as a water-resistive barrier (WRB), that provides a plane for draining off any water that seeps past the siding. Tyvek, for example, is a common WRB. You also need an air barrier,…
Read Full ArticleThere’s no such thing as standard window sizes
When you shop for replacement windows, be advised that there’s no such thing as standard window sizes. There are common dimensions, of course, but the precision that is required to fit your home with airtight windows means that you can’t expect “off the rack” sizing. You might be surprised to know that the location of your home makes a difference.…
Read Full ArticleWood versus vinyl: Which windows are right for you?
Today’s replacement windows reflect advances in design and engineering that deliver an array of benefits to the homeowner. At Johnson County Siding & Window Company, we’re often asked which is the better choice: wood or vinyl windows. The answer requires more questions. Energy efficiency is built into all of the quality replacement windows, regardless of wood or vinyl frames. According…
Read Full ArticleTips for Choosing the Siding Color for Your Home
The color of your home says a lot about you. Are you ready to make a change? If new siding is in your future, do you have a color in mind, or are you struggling to find the right one? Johnson County Siding & Window Company serves the Kansas City region, with a wide variety of choices for vinyl and…
Read Full ArticleAnnual Window Checklist
Homeowners have a wide variety of maintenance checklists. There’s one for summer and one for winter. Make sure you include an annual window checklist among them. Just follow these five easy steps to make sure your windows are living up to the standards they should. Test the locks. Your windows should lock easily, without having to force them. If it…
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