Replacing your siding can improve your home’s aesthetics and promote energy efficiency. However, one other benefit that isn’t given much attention is the product’s ability to reduce noise transmissions. The top roofers and siding experts at Pro Quality Construction Inc. discuss how new, high-quality siding can reduce the noise entering your home.
Insulation in Your Exterior Walls
The exterior walls of a typical home have insulation within the framing. Types of insulation used range from rigid foam boards and fiberglass blankets, to recycled paper to expanding foam. It is important since it helps minimize thermal transfer so your indoor temperatures are within your desired comfort levels. Not a lot of homeowners are aware of this, but several wall insulation types are capable of absorbing sound and other vibrations. With insulation in place, you can keep your home peaceful by blocking noises coming from outside your home.
How Siding Reduces Noise
Households usually deal with noise from nearby road traffic, flying aircraft, lawn mowers, and construction activities. For people who want a more peaceful and quieter environment, the right type of siding is necessary to achieve this. Making your choice allows you to have a more productive meeting with your local contractor, especially if you are planning a roof repair or home improvement project.
A variety of siding materials available on the market are capable of blocking outside noises. Vinyl, for instance, can help insulate against frequencies ranging from crowd noises to revving engines of passing vehicles. Power tools, sirens, and other high-frequency sounds are no match for siding made of stone or brick. If you are planning a siding replacement project, make sure to ask about options that can minimize sound transmission.
It’s worth noting, however, that even the thickest siding with excellent noise reduction won’t work well on its own. Consider adding extra insulation between walls and sealing openings around windows or doors to enjoy better noise-proofing benefits and huge energy savings.
When you turn to Pro Quality Construction Inc. for your siding replacement, count on our team to get the job done right the first time. We are a Siding & Polymer Shakes Master Craftsman CertainTeed-certified contractor with decades of experience installing, repairing and caring for siding in your neighborhood. Call us at (844) 499-7878, or fill out this contact form to get started.