How to Maintain Vinyl Siding

Vinyl siding is the top siding option in the United States for remodeling and new construction. Its popularity is primarily due to its upscale appearance, outstanding durability, easy upkeep and exceptional value.

vinyl siding

Vinyl siding is not maintenance-free, but is definitely reduced maintenance. Here are a few tips to help keep your vinyl siding looking food for years to come.

  • Wash it yearly. Siding accumulates dirt, grime and other stains throughout the year. It can also grow mold and mildew in damp, shady areas. To clean your siding, use a cloth or soft bristle brush starting at the bottom and working your way up to avoid streaking. There are several types of cleaning products you can purchase, but a homemade solution can work just as well. For a homemade solution mix the following ingredients: 1/3 cup powered laundry detergent, 2/3 cup powered household cleaner, 1 quart liquid laundry bleach and 1 gallon water. Be sure to cover any brick facing or landscaping so it’s not affected by the runoff. (vinylsiding.org) You can also pressure wash your home, but you have to do it carefully. You need to hold the power washer straight at eye level to keep it from going behind the siding.
  • Don’t hit it. Be mindful where you park your lawn mower or bicycles. Vinyl siding won’t dent, but it can crack or break. If it does get damaged, be sure to replace it as soon as possible.
  • Inspect it. Vinyl siding can conceal moisture-related issues, so checking to make sure there are no loose areas can help you spot small issues before they turn into larger problems.
  • It can melt. Open flame can do a lot of damage to your vinyl siding. Keeping your grills at least 2-3 feet away from your home is a safe distance.

As you can see, vinyl siding is a low maintenance siding option. Doing these simple steps will keep your home looking like new for years to come.

Source: http://www.almanac.com/content/maintaining-your-vinyl-siding; www.vinylsiding.org.

The post How to Maintain Vinyl Siding appeared first on McKee Homes Blog.


Keep up to date On Instagram

PREVIOUS
NEXT
McKee Homes very own Julie Russo at the Fayetteville HBA Inaugural for Professional Women in Construction!

McKee Homes is proud to have Women in Construction! We strive to support and empower these Women everyday and they truly make a difference to Team McKee.

McKee Homes thanks all women in construction for all of their hard work and making a difference to construction as a whole!
Join us next weekend on Saturday, March 16th for our St. Patricks Day Design Studio Event!

This event is happening at both our Wilmington and Raleigh Design Centers from 11am - 1pm

Take part in a Shamrock Scavenger Hunt and find your pot of gold in savings!!!

4208 Six Forks Rd, Raleigh NC
2164 Britton Rd. Suite 1 Leland, NC 

Can't wait to see you all there!
Join us this weekend!!! Saturday, February 10th at 11am!

Come out to our Raleigh and Wilmington Design Studios for our Valentines Event!

Explore and see what our design studio has to offer and design your dream home!

Enjoy Champagne and Sweets Bar!

Raleigh Design Studio: 
4208 Six Forks Road
Raleigh, NC 27605
(First Floor of Captrust Building)

Wilmington Design Studio:
2164 Britton Rd, Suite 1
Leland, NC 28451

See you there!
Today we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Last week Fayetteville HBA had a great Professional Women in Building event at Elliot Farms!

Thanks to everyone who came out to make it a great success!!!
#fayhba #faypwb
Some lovely Pics of our Furry residents at the Grand Opening of the Highridge Dog Park!

Check out our Quick Move-Ins! You and your furry friends can also enjoy this beautiful new dog park 

Highridge in Fuquay-Varina, NC!
Reach out to onlinesales@mckeehomesnc.com or 
(910) 672 -7491 and schedule a tour today!
Check out our Black Friday sale!

Only available November 25th-26th! Act now before it’s over!

Contact us for more information at onlinesales@mckeehomesnc.com or 910-672-7491!
Happy Veterans Day!

Thank you to all who have protected and served our country, we appreciate you!
Thanks to all those who came out to The Townes at Gateway Commons yesterday to tour our beautiful townhomes and enjoy Chicken Salad Chick with us!

Schedule a tour with us to view our "One of a Kind" Townhomes!
(910) 672-7491 or Onlinesales@mckeehomesnc.com
Happy Halloween from McKee Homes!

We hope everyone has a spooktacular and safe night trick or treating!