If your siding is old and worn or your house is starting to feel drafty, there’s no question that you need siding replacement. The real question is when. Siding replacement can vary depending on the time of year that you have your siding replaced and the climate in which you replace your siding. In Quad Cities, we have a Midwestern climate that enjoys weather of all kinds — including extremes. In today’s blog, let’s break down the different seasons to determine what’s the best time of year for a siding replacement in Quad Cities.
Spring
Illinois is known for both extreme heat in the summer and extreme cold in the winter, neither of which are ideal for siding replacement. Spring, on the other hand, enjoys milder temperatures and longer days — especially if you schedule your siding replacement for late spring. This is the beginning of peak season for contractors, and for good reason. However, because it’s peak season, it might be a little difficult to schedule the right day, and you may have to be prepared for rain delays.
Summer
While the hottest days of summer might not be ideal for siding replacement, summer takes up the bulk of peak season for siding replacement contractors in Quad Cities. The days are the longest, and the weather is typically sunniest, so you have less chance of being delayed due to a rainy day. Late summer is a popular time of year, as the summer heat is starting to die down somewhat, but the days are still longer and sunnier.
Fall
In fall, the sun starts to set earlier and rainy weather returns, but temperatures also drop a little, so you can enjoy moderate weather while your siding is being installed. Fall is also towards the end of peak season, so you may have more availability when it comes to scheduling. Early fall is the most popular time of the season for siding installation, but the right siding contractor can also help install your siding in late fall.
Winter
Winter storms and cold can sometimes put people off to siding replacement, but it’s not impossible. In fact, there are some distinct benefits to siding replacement during winter. For one thing, peak season is over so you’ll have much freer ability to schedule your siding installation when it’s most convenient for you. The weather also tends to be drier in winter, which can be helpful to siding replacement contractors. Contractors may be able to find a discount on materials, which could save homeowners money. While winter is cold overall, you may still be able to find more moderate days, as with summer, especially in late winter. However, winter is when days are at their shortest, and you’ll have snow to contend with as well as rain.
Moderate temperatures and long days tend to make for the best siding replacement conditions, but the time of year that you choose for your siding replacement is up to you. Need to schedule a siding replacement in Quad Cities? Contact Mainstream Home Improvements today for more information or a free estimate.
