Major exterior home services like a siding installation can be daunting if you do not know what to expect from the process. However, these types of home improvement projects are well worth the trouble considering their incredible ability to transform the appearance of a home, protect its structural integrity and increase its market value. While a trusted siding installation contractor should be able to make the process as straightforward as possible, there are a few ways that you can prepare your property before the work begins and get the most out of your service.
C.E.T. Painting is Westchester County’s best source for all home exterior projects. Our siding installation contractors are committed to providing our customers with the right information to ensure a successful installation or restoration. Below we have provided a complete guide to everything you need to know before hiring a contractor to complete your siding project.
Tips for a Successful Siding Installation
- Prepare your home for the job
Home renovations can be noisy and stressful, which is why most homeowners look for quick service to avoid ongoing disruptions. What many people do not realize is that there are a few things that you can do to speed up the process. Before your siding installation contractors arrive, scan your home for well-positioned power outlets that could be used to plug in tools. Ensure nothing is crowding the area and that there is nothing already plugged into the elements. This will save plenty of time that your siding installation crew would have otherwise spent setting up their electric tools before beginning the installation process.
Another way to create a blank slate for contractors to promptly begin their work is by surveying the outside of your house and removing any large objects or plants that may get in the way during installation. For example, if you have a deck, move all outdoor furniture away from the building so that there is enough space for the contractors to complete their tasks. If you have tall grass or plants growing directly outside of your house, either cut them down or restrain them with plastic wrap.
- Safeguard breakable objects
During a siding installation project, homeowners should expect to feel their walls shaking while the work is being done. This can become a problem if you have breakable objects hanging on your walls such as mirrors or shelves full of framed pictures. Prepare your home’s interior by removing at-risk objects from the walls and laying anything that leans against your walls flat on the floor or storing them in a safe place.
- Expect up to two weeks of renovations
For those who do not have kids and spend most of their time working in an office, home renovations may not be a big deal. However, if you work from home, have pets that are easily disturbed by activity around the house, or you are busy taking care of young children, large-scale renovations like a window installation or siding replacement may be less than ideal. A siding replacement can take up to two weeks depending on weather conditions and whether or not the siding materials require painting after they are installed. If you require a quiet place to work, relax or look after your loved ones, you may want to consider staying in a hotel or finding someone to look after your pets for the time being.
- Discuss permits with your contractor
C.E.T. Painting customers are assured that our siding installation contractors have all the credentials and insurance coverage necessary to perform their services. However, different municipalities vary in regulations such as building permits, which will affect the amount of work that you can do on the exterior of your home. Before taking on a large-scale project like this, it is important to discuss these details so that you do not run into any problems causing you to stop the project mid-way. During a free consultation, our contractors will go over all of these details with you and determine whether they are able to go ahead with the service.
- Protect yourself against construction-related injuries
During a siding replacement service, residents are at risk of being hurt if they do not wear the proper footwear or come in contact with professional equipment on site. Homeowners can expect to find plenty of debris, old siding, and sharp objects falling onto the ground outside of the home throughout the entire installation process. If you have young children, we recommend making sure they wear closed-toed shoes while outside and telling them to stay away from any heavy machinery or scaffolding around the exterior of the house. At C.E.T. Painting, our contractors work to make these types of services as safe and non-intrusive as possible by thoroughly cleaning the area after each workday.
- Take the opportunity to inspect the area for damages
If you have taken on a siding replacement project, tackling other necessary repairs is probably the last thing you want to think about. However, siding replacement services provide an excellent opportunity for homeowners to take a close look at the structure of the building and flag any areas of concern. You may find damages that you were previously unaware of, and if you work with an experienced company like C.E.T. Painting, your siding contractors should be able to provide some insight into the best course of action depending on the issue.
Choose C.E.T. Painting for High-Quality Siding Installation Solutions
Whether your siding has become worn down to the point of putting your home at risk or you are simply looking for a way to spruce up the outer appearance of your house, a high-quality siding replacement is an excellent investment. Our friendly siding installation contractors at C.E.T. Painting will walk you through every step of the process so that you feel prepared for the project and maintain an open line of communication to ensure you are happy with the result. Explore all of our exterior home services including pressure washing, gutter cleaning, and many others by contacting us today!