When buying a new siding system, never lose sight of its chief goal: to safeguard your home against nature. A gorgeous product can boost curb appeal, but in siding, utility trumps beauty.
In the first installment of our special blog, Twin Cities Siding and Roofing wants to shed light on the major weather events our region normally gets. When choosing your replacement siding, keep these catastrophic conditions in mind:
Tornadoes and Derechos
Located at the northern end of Tornado Alley, the Twin Cities are no stranger to destructive winds. In fact, many local residents could still remember the 1965 tornado outbreak. The event saw six tornadoes hit many parts of the metro – two of them were rated F4. The latest known twister outbreak happened in 2008 when an EF3 ravaged Hugo, causing about $25M worth of damage.
They may not be as intense as tornadoes, but derechos are nonetheless a vicious force on their own. These straight-line windstorms can strike suddenly and leave a severe path of destruction in their wake in just a short period.
Snowstorms
Snow and ice are just a part of life in the Twin Cities, but these elements are detrimental to exterior walls. Inferior siding systems usually couldn’t endure the perennial freeze-thaw cycle, causing substantial moisture damage in a few years.
If your material tends to absorb moisture rather than repel it, it would most likely require demanding costly siding repair duties.
Floods
River flooding is a common sight in the region. The Minnesota and Mississippi rivers flow through the Twin Cities, increasing the chances of flash floods, especially in the summer. While floods are inevitable, your best defense is investing in a weather-resistant siding product. For instance, Hardie siding systems don’t absorb water, unlike other options, which prevents rot and mold growth.
Choose your siding material with prudence. This way, you can be prepared for the worst Mother Nature could throw at you night and day.
We offer quality siding options in St. Paul. Schedule your FREE, in-home consultation to discuss your ideas for your replacement siding. Be sure to check out the second part of this blog to understand the advantages of choosing James Hardie siding.
