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Originally Posted by otherbruddaDarrell
We prefer the block over vinyl because it is a bit stronger in high winds.
I have had a few issues with vinyl coming loose on other homes I have owned and being damaged while trimming grass, etc.
Block does need painted after some time.....so I think it is a matter of personal choice as to what you want your home construction to be.
Block appears to give a bit more sound dampening over stick built.
All homes constructed in Florida now have to be built to higher wind standards then what you would find in a typical Northern home.
If you have a home built in TV's expect to pay more for block over the cost of vinyl.
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Agreed. As witnessed in the tornado, the vinyl homes in general sustained more damage. Much of the damage from the high winds came from missile-like effects of flying debris, which the concrete homes will be better able to resist. Additionally, there is less wood used in a concrete block building, making it more termite resistant. Concrete blocks don't burn or rot, and are more effective at reducing thermal swings - the thermal mass of the home if it is well built allows for less air infiltration. Concrete block homes are virtually soundproof if they have high-quality windows and doors with good weatherstripping.