The Many Sides of Mastic Vinyl Siding, Part 5: Cedar Discovery

​​In Part 5 of our series on Mastic vinyl siding, we’re taking a look at their premium shake and shingle line — Cedar Discovery — which delivers the look of authentic wood shake and shingle siding without the hassle of maintenance associated with natural wood siding. As you’ll see below, this beautiful and incredibly durable line of vinyl siding is available in four distinct styles, as well as a multitude of colors. It also has the perk of an industry leading V.I.P. limited lifetime warranty, plus the fact that Cedar Discovery siding is eco-friendly. Let’s take a look at some benefits of this vinyl siding line, before diving into style and color options … BENEFITS INCLUDE DURABILITY With no need for staining or painting, Cedar Discovery is strong enough to resist dents, dings and extreme winds. A CONTINUOUS LOCKING SYSTEM Mastic’s exclusive continuous snap-in locking system functions by running the entire length of each panel, which means there’s twice as much support as found in typical “tab-type” systems. MASTIC’S SURE POSITION LAPPING GUAGE This feature

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Summer Vinyl Siding Tips

Your vinyl siding is one of the main protectors of your home, which is why it’s so important to make sure it’s in good shape. A great time to do this is during the summer months before the fall and winter weather sets in. That said, here are our top tips on how to care for your vinyl siding … Inspect It This is as simple as it sounds. A visual inspection of your siding can go a long way in catching damage while it’s fresh so siding repair costs will be minimal.  What to look for: Cracks Chips Warping Pay close attention to areas of your vinyl siding that are close to a heat source (IE: vents, grills, air conditioning units), or receive a lot of direct exposure to the sun, as this can cause melted siding Dings/dents, typically from hail damage;  this is often a visual blemish that has no effect on the integrity of the siding Note: If you find damage, depending on the nature of how it occurred, you may want

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Spring Spruce Up, Part 1: When it’s Time for New Siding

Back in March, we talked all about Preparing Your Siding for Spring in one of our blog posts. But what happens if, while you’re prepping your siding for spring, you find that you might need new siding? Whether it’s from age, damage from the elements, or you’re just looking to give the exterior of your home a facelift, there are a few things you’ll want to be aware of before you embark on vinyl siding replacement. 1. Talk with Your Insurance Agent … … Especially if your vinyl siding needs replacement because of damage. It’s important to speak with your insurance person right away if there is ever any kind of damage to your home, and your vinyl siding is no exception. One of the nice perks of working with Legacy Exteriors, is that we work with you to help you through the claims process. This is important because it can be tricky proceeding with an insurance company when making an insurance claim, which is why we help homeowners understand the process on how to

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