Frequently Asked Questions About Siding

Maybe you’re tired of dealing with peeling paint and rotting clapboards. You may wonder, “Will another coat of paint really hide the weather-worn condition of my wood siding? Even if it can, is it worth the cost?” Or maybe you’re thinking about replacing warped hardboard siding, or getting rid of dated asphalt or asbestos siding, or eliminating dented metal siding, or giving a fresh, contemporary look to masonry walls.

Now is the time to switch to the easy-care beauty of Regina Window & Exteriors premium vinyl siding. A wide choice of styles, colors and trim options makes it simple to create the look you want for your home – whether it’s a contemporary colonial or a 120-year old farmhouse. New siding will rejuvenate an older home, give it a completely new look and significantly reduce costs for home upkeep and maintenance. For years, Regina Window Sales & Exteriors has been helping Regina area families create homes that match their dreams and fit their budgets.

We also have a full range of trim, soffit, fascia, eavestrough, cladding, shutters and accessory options available in a host of different decorator colors. Virtually any look can be achieved to improve the appearance and durability of your home’s exterior.

If you plan to move within the next three years, the answer is probably “yes.” But if you plan to stay in your home longer than that, the calculations begin to heavily favour vinyl siding. If your home has special problems – for example, warped clapboards that have to be replaced or lead-based paint that has to be scraped and sanded off – the cost of painting can become truly staggering. Investing in new siding can prove to be an excellent choice in terms of payback. As a homeowner, you can recoup a significant portion of the cost of vinyl siding in terms of resale value added to the home.

Compare the ongoing costs of painting every three to five years to a one-time investment in new vinyl siding. For most homeowners the conclusion is obvious – vinyl siding is by far the better long-term value.

Not when it comes to siding. Vinyl siding’s outstanding features and benefits have made it the most popular siding material in North America. Vinyl is the preferred siding for more and more homeowners. It’s the material of choice on new luxury homes, and the first choice for remodelling projects large and small.

Leading manufacturers offer a broad range of vinyl siding products, so you can choose one that’s easily affordable. Plus, Regina Window Sales & Exteriors vinyl siding never needs painting or staining. It doesn’t chip, peel, dent or rot, so you can forget costly repairs. To maintain a like-new appearance, just rinse occasionally with a garden hose.

Regina Window Sales & Exteriors vinyl siding offers flexible design options that make it ideal for contemporary homes, and for stately century-old Victorians. You can choose from smooth or grained surfaces; rich, low-gloss colors; and a wide variety of classic siding profiles – plus low-maintenance trim products and accessory options that add to both the beauty and value of your home.

Exceptional beauty. Durability. Economical price. Easy maintenance. Long-term value. Outstanding warranty. If these are your criteria, there’s no better choice than vinyl siding from Regina Window & Exteriors.

In terms of adding resale value to your home, vinyl siding is one of the best investments you can make. One of the highest paybacks comes from projects that give an older home the same features that have become standard in new homes.

Exterior improvements such as the installation of vinyl siding also make a home more attractive on the market. According to real estate agents, new siding and new windows will cause the house to sell quicker; for more money. Another very important point to keep in mind: if, like many homeowners, you add insulation to an older home at the same time you’re having vinyl siding installed, you add even greater energy efficiency, value and market appeal to your home.

Vinyl siding is one of the most versatile exterior design products you can work with. Regina Window Sales & Exteriors, for example, offers many different vinyl siding lines. That broad selection lets you choose among a wide variety of design options, including horizontal and vertical siding; traditional clapboard and authentically detailed “shaped” sidings; wide and narrow panel exposures; smooth, subtle and deep wood grain textures; plus a wide assortment of traditional and contemporary colors.

Not sure what “exact look” you want? Just check out the many styles that are available, right here on our website. For more information, visit the Regina Window Sales & Exteriors showroom or call to schedule an appointment with one of our consultants to review your options, photos and product samples in the comfort of your home to help you plan your special remodelling project.

When you renovate the exterior of your home, you should think about more than just siding. You will need trim for windows and doors, inside and outside corners. You also may need fascia, eavestrough and soffit to finish the underside of eaves, or for a porch ceiling or entry overhang.

Regina Window Sales & Exteriors will create a finishing touch that sets your home apart from the others. Regina Window Sales & Exteriors offers a complete range of easy-care accessory and trim options. Standard trim lets you merge siding and trim pieces to create a balanced, uniform look. Decorative accessories provide the premium look of hand-crafted beauty. These trim products give you an exceptional way to add special elegance at windows, doors, corners and other key accent areas.

Regina Window & Exteriors even offers easy-care replacement windows and shutters. In fact, no other vinyl siding company offers you as many trim and accessory options. That’s why Regina Window Sales & Exteriors is the first choice among homeowners who really want choices.

Yes. Vinyl siding is extremely versatile and can be used with just about any exterior building material; stucco, brick, stone, natural logs…

If you have special installation concerns, give Regina Window Sales & Exteriors a call.

Absolutely. The correct technical name for the material used in vinyl siding is polyvinyl chloride. It’s a strong, durable, proven material that has earned a solid reputation for its beauty and permanence. It’s used in automotive applications, medical devices, defence weapons, appliances, floor coverings, and, of course, home construction.

It’s ideal as an exterior material because vinyl siding doesn’t rot, crack, dent or warp. Plus it never peels or blisters. And because the color goes completely through Regina Window & Exteriors siding, it never has to be scraped, sanded or painted.

It’s simple. There really is no maintenance, just occasional cleaning.

Ordinarily, the cleaning action of a rainfall will be adequate to wash your vinyl siding. However, vinyl siding and soffit should be washed periodically by hosing with a garden hose and clear water, particularly in those areas not exposed directly to rain. If you desire to do a more thorough cleaning, or where high soil collection conditions occur, use a soft-bristled, long-handled washing brush. It attaches to your garden hose and makes washing your siding easier.

Do not rub vigorously. This may create glossy areas over the vinyl siding finish. For hard-to-remove dirt, such as soot and grime found in industrial areas, wipe the siding down with a solution that’s recommended by the manufacturer. If you wash the entire house, start at the bottom and work up to the top, as less streaking will result. It is important that immediately following all washing operations, the entire surface be thoroughly rinsed with fresh water from a garden hose.