Q & A

Q. Who are you doing business with?
A. Just as important as the siding you select is the company you choose to put the siding on your home. You want to make sure that the firm is well qualified. Some good questions to ask include:

Have you put siding on homes in this area that could be inspected?

Do you stand behind your work?

Is your company financially responsible?

Are your workmen insured?

Do you have the proper tools?

Are your people properly trained?

When can you start?

Q. Who guarantees the products?
A. Mastic Corporation, a subsidiary of Bethlehem Steel Corporation, backs the product with a written warranty. This warranty is transferable in the event that you sell your home, which makes it more valuable to begin with and easier to sell. The warranty is one more reason why T-lok solid vinyl siding is a good investment.

Q. Why do you need insulation under new siding?
A. Energy Savings

To eliminate drafts and increase comfort in the home

To enhance overall performance of existing sidewall insulation

To help reduce home heating / cooling costs by covering cracks and crevices

Home Beauty

To provide smooth, durable support for new siding that helps keep a home looking beautiful year after year

Improved exterior appearance helps enhance the value of your home

Q. Will metal siding improve the appearance of your home?
A. Yes, but … in time, metal siding will show its age. The thin painted surface can scratch easily and wear off, and the metal can be easily dented.

Q. Why shouldn’t you just repaint?
A. A freshly painted exterior is beautiful, but it can be costly and time-consuming. And, in a short time, the paint will begin to fail. Paint will blister, crack, peel or wear off. In about three to five years, it’s time for another paint job. At best, paint is a temporary solution.

Q. What do you expect new siding to do for your home?
A. Research indicates that most people expect new siding to provide these three benefits:

Improve the appearance of the home.

End costly, time-consuming maintenance.

Add lasting, increased value to the home.