Re: CY's: Stucco or Siding??
Hi Marcia,
There was a discussion about your topic in November last year...November 21, 2007, 04:25:36 PM If you look at the top of this page or any other you will see a horizontal list of choices...ie, Home Forum Chat..choose Search type in what you want to find and you will have your info. ;D Susan
JohnM
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Concrete Block/Stucco (CBS) vs. Frame/Vinyl Siding
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In reviewing the archives on this subject I note the following pros and cons:
Concrete Block/Stucco:
- more expensive
+ probably better in a hurricane (although built to same standards as frame)
- more maintenance - paint every 5-7 years
- only available on more expensive Designer/Premier homes
+ "Florida look"
+ lower insurance
+ less prone to termites but with spraying probably not a factor for either style
Frame/Vinyl Siding
+ probably better insulating value
- may have more damage after a hurricane (although built to same standards as CBS)
+ less expensive
+ less maintenance - power wash - 2-3 times per year
- greater chance of construction problems - vinyl siding, etc.
After considering the above, it comes down to personal prference.
Have I missed anything?
John
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