James Hardie® Siding: Your Partner in Protecting Your Home

Minnesota’s harsh climate can be tough on your home. With a mix of frigid winters, warm summers, blizzards, thunderstorms and tornadoes, Minnesota’s weather demands that every component be sturdy enough to withstand the elements.

When you’re looking for new siding in Minneapolis, we at Krech Exteriors recommend James Hardie® fiber cement siding. With James Hardie, you won’t be worrying about frequent repairs and replacement, especially during winter. Fiber cement can resist all the elements while giving your home an elegant wood appearance.

Here are three reasons James Hardie fiber cement siding is perfect for Minnesota’s weather.

1. It’s a better alternative to wood and vinyl. Although wood can give your home a charming appeal, it needs regular maintenance and repainting. Furthermore, exposure to moisture may weaken the material and cause rotting. It may also allow moss, algae and mildew formation. Vinyl, on the other hand, is susceptible to fading and can be damaged by hail and other debris. James Hardie addressed these issues by creating a product that looks like wood but is made of cement, wood fiber and sand – so it won’t rot, warp or shrink like wood. With its ColorPlus® Technology finish, James Hardie siding is about 30% more resistant to fading than vinyl.
2. It’s moisture-resistant. Although vinyl will not rot, moisture may accumulate behind the panels. James Hardie siding resists warping, delamination and rotting, which are caused by constant exposure to moisture.
3. It can withstand strong wind. Vinyl may not withstand strong winds, making your home prone to damage. James Hardie fiber cement siding can resist impact from windblown debris and hail.

You don’t have to sacrifice durability to achieve the look of wood for your home. James Hardie offers stylish fiber cement siding that can improve your home’s curb appeal and protect it from Minnesota’s harsh weather. Consult Krech Exteriors, the Minneapolis siding specialists, to learn more about James Hardie siding or any of our other services. We’d be happy to help you prepare your home for the coming winter.