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Stucco versus vinyl siding: The winner may surprise you

Stucco versus vinyl siding: The winner may surprise you

One of the most important qualities of a home often relates to its curb appeal. In addition to helping determine the value of the property, the way a home looks on the outside often sets the expectation for how it may look like on the inside.

Homeowners who are in the process of an exterior remodel may be trying to decide which material to use. On one hand, vinyl siding is a popular option, but stucco can do wonders for curb appeal.

For this blog post, the experts at Premier Plastering of SWFL wanted to highlight some of the differences between these two materials.

They have a drastically different appearance

If you’re someone that prefers a clean-cut, uniform look, vinyl siding may be right for you. Stucco, on the other hand, provides more of a unique, three-dimensional appearance.  Both materials can be color matched to other exterior features of your house—which means the choice between stucco and vinyl siding will be a matter of personal preference.

They have different maintenance needs

For the most part, vinyl siding is fairly low maintenance. Dents can often be repaired easily; if serious damage is sustained, a contractor will need to be called to replace the piece that’s broken.  Stucco is a lot more durable, but it’s also more difficult to maintain. If the stucco becomes chipped or cracked, this isn’t something you’ll want to attempt to address on your own.

One provides superior protection

Homeowners in SWFL understand that weather patterns in this part of the country can be brutal. Vinyl siding is good for helping protect homes from wind damage, but stucco is the far superior choice when it comes to protecting your home from prolonged, gale-force winds.

It’s also worth noting that stucco provides an additional level of insulation—which is something that vinyl siding simply cannot do. This is especially important on hot, muggy days, as homes that are well insulated cost less to keep cool.

If you’re still weighing the pros and cons of stucco versus vinyl siding and you’d like to learn more about the benefits of choosing a stucco exterior, call Premier Plastering of SWFL today to speak with a local expert.  We’re licensed and insured, and we have years of experience in helping people like you with decisions just like this. For more information on our company, the types of services we provide or to schedule a free, no-cost estimate, call us today at 239-348-9299 to get started.