Compare Hardie® Plank Siding Against Vinyl Siding
Choosing house siding from James Hardie® makes sense – it provides low maintenance but, unlike vinyl siding, doesn’t sacrifice the beauty of wood. No wonder it’s protecting over 5.5 million homes in North America alone.
Vinyl siding may be a popular choice in house siding, but see why Blue Ridge Exteriors chooses to offer James Hardie® siding to homes in Richmond, Bon Air, Chesterfield, Glen Allen, Midlothian, and other surrounding areas of Central Virginia.
James Hardie® Siding
James Hardie® Siding
Flame Resistance
Non-combustible. Approved for fire-rated construction.
Color Flexibility
Can be painted any color you can imagine and lasts longer than with wood.
Weather Resistance
Resists rotting, warping, cracking, hail, and high winds up to 150 mph
Thickness and Durability
Hardie® siding is 5x thicker than vinyl, providing more durability and protection for your home.
Vinyl Siding
Vinyl Siding
Flame Resistance
Vinyl siding will melt or burn when exposed to a significant source of heat or flame.
Color Flexibility
Colors cannot be changed and is susceptible to fading. Difficult matching when repairs are necessary.
Weather Resistance
Becomes brittle in cold weather. Can be damaged by hail, limbs, and other flying debris.
Thickness and Durability
Premium vinyl siding is only 5/100″ thick.
Blue Ridge Exteriors provides services in the following areas: Richmond, Central Virginia, Bon Air, Chesterfield, Midlothian, Glen Allen, Fredericksburg, Williamsburg, and Charlottesville.
