Frequently Asked Questions – Continental Siding

Yes. One of our experienced estimators will need to come to your home, measure and go over all your options with you. This insures you get what you want and you can see the difference our siding will make on your home compared to others.

We will travel quite a distance. Just give us a call and we will let you know. Check our map to see if there is an estimator near you. Chances are, there is!

Yes. We are able to keep our estimates free by making sure ALL homeowners are present to see everything we have to offer.

It is confusing we know. If you would like to drop by our showroom we can SHOW you the differences in vinyl siding and explain to you why prices vary. Most people think vinyl siding is vinyl siding. However, there are various grades and quality of vinyl. Make sure you get QUALITY vinyl siding such as the siding we provide.

We would suggest you contact a supplier in your area. If you cannot find a supplier in your area, you can have your contractor contact his/her supplier and have them contact us to see about getting our product to you.

No. We sell and install almost anything you need for the exterior of your home. Just take a look at our products section on the menu bar at the top of this page.

Yes. You can install a quality vinyl siding to your home. We can sell the material directly to you. However, Seamless Vinyl Siding can only be installed by a factory certified installer.

No. However, Seamless Vinyl Siding is installed differently and the installers have to be factory certified.

97% of all siding sold is vinyl. Metal gets hot in summer, cold in winter and will dent with hail storms. Just think about your car!

Aluminum siding came out in 1946. A great product, it doesn’t rust, doesn’t corrode and doesn’t deteriorate. However, it is a soft building material which will dent with hail. Steel siding was introduced in 1952. It was tougher and more durable than aluminum. It could withstand hail much better, however; steel will rust and will dent with hail.

In 1957, vinyl siding came out and revolutionized the siding industry. Unlike the metal sidings, it does not conduct heat, cold or electricity from lightning. However, vinyl siding quality can vary. The upper end of vinyl siding will outperform any of the others.

Yes. Thickness and quality vinyl is necessary to insure performance.

No. With today’s technology, all colors carry a lifetime warranty.

Use a mix of 1 part bleach, 1/2 part laundry detergent to 10 parts water. Use a scrub brush and rinse off with your garden hose. Depending on how long the mold and mildew has been building up, it may take 2-3 applications to thoroughly clean the siding.