After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

Installing vinyl siding is a big project, but it is accessible to people who have basic carpentry skills. And there’s a powerful cost incentive to handle an installation yourself. According to ...

The bottom of the starter strip (the part the bottom panel hooks on to) should be at least 1 inch below the top of the foundation, but the lower the vinyl siding is installed, the better. It protects ...

What issues should you consider, in order to get a nice looking, good quality vinyl siding installation on your house? Select the right contractor. Look for one who has had lots of experience ...

The beauty of vinyl siding is more than skin-deep. It can boost a home's curb appeal, last 50 years or more with little maintenance, and protect a house from costly damage caused by moisture and ...

When purchasing exterior siding for a house, you can determine the amount of material to order by calculating the square footage of its exterior. The larger the house is, the more expensive exterior ...

Vinyl siding quality and home size are two of the biggest factors that determine vinyl siding replacement cost. Some or all of the mortgage lenders featured on our site are advertising partners of ...

Working time: 7 hours Total time: 8 hours Skill level: Intermediate to advanced Project cost: $6,000 (including labor and materials) NOTE: The beginning half of 2021 has seen an unprecedented labor ...

Is it safe to install vinyl siding? An expert on green building reports that while vinyl can be a dangerous material, there is little credible research regarding the effects of vinyl siding on humans.