Siding

OLDE WORLD BUILDERS INC.

A Mid-Michigan Contractor

(517) 337-7663

"Combining New World Looks With Old World Quality"

Why Replace Siding?

exterior photos of houses Vinyl is now the selection of choice for nearly all homeowners. Builders, Realtors, Investors all say that vinyl siding is the smart choice. There are two simple reasons. Vinyl lasts longer than nearly every other material (except brick or rock.)—it endures against sun, wind, rain and hail, and it never has to be painted. You have many siding profiles to create different exterior looks. You can select a traditional clapboard style, the beveled look of a dutchlap panel, or the old-fashioned charm of a beaded panel. Your home can have an exterior that is slick and modern or one that is rustic and comfortable.

Our Recommendation

Every home or building is different so we have multiple choices of siding manufacturers that will fit your needs. All of our manufacturers have different styles, colors and warranties. Olde World Builders will assist you in choosing the one that fits your needs. See our suppliers page for some of our most common suppliers and manufacturers.

Basic Installation Steps

Here is a list of things that need to be done to replace your siding:

Measure to estimate the required amount of siding.
Select the siding.
Make repairs to the side of the home the facia boards, soffits, and guttering if necessary.
Create a smooth, even surface for new siding by covering walls with underlayment.
Install J channel and utility trim around doors and windows.
Install starter strip around bottom of home.
Install inside and outside corner posts.
Install siding panels.
Install fascia and soffit.

Important Things to Know About Vinyl Siding

Gauge

This is the thickness of the panel. The higher the gauge (or panel thickness), the better the panel. Thicker panels offer greater impact and weather resistance. Thicker panels also are more rigid so they will hang straighter and flatter against the wall for a more attractive finished installation.

Molded Wood Grain

Vinyl siding is molded with different wood grains to offer different exterior looks. Smooth grains tend to work well with homes with more traditional designs, but also work well with contemporary architectural styles. More pronounced grains tend to give homes a more rustic appearance.

By the Square

Vinyl siding is sold by the "squares." Each square of siding covers 100 square feet, and shipping cartons from the manufacturer contain two squares. You can estimate how many squares you will need for your house—determine the square footage of each side of your home and divide by 100. Don't worry about subtracting windows and doorways from the measurements. Add 10 percent to account for cutting and wastage. Olde World Builders provides free estimates which include properly measuring your home.

Style, Performance and Value

You can select the right siding for your home by considering the architectural style, the environmental conditions such as wind and hail, and your budget. OWB has organized our siding lines into three series to help you focus on what is most important to you.

Color Selection

In addition to of styles and grains, we provide an excellent range of colors from which you can select.

Design and Style

If you are looking for siding that brings out the unique design elements of your home's exterior, the Architectural Series offers a range of possibilities. Whether you like the distinctive style of Beaded or Narrow Plank panels, or you want to enhance your home with rich, real-wood color, this series fills the bill. There's even siding with the look of hand-cut cedar shakes or old-fashioned decorative scallops.

Performance

We can have very harsh weather and you want siding that delivers unmatched durability. Our manufacturers are prepared for any weather, any season, and their siding performs beyond our expectations.

Fundamental Series

We provide a high quality, affordable, Fundamental Series of siding that gives you the classic look of wood with none of the bother. Built to last a lifetime, you add value to your home and save money for years to come.