Homeowner, where do you see yourself in 10 years? 30 years?
Do you envision your home as the “forever home” or the ten-year home?
According to the 2018 study by NAR’s research experts, the average homeowner stays in their home for 13 years.
Whether you see your house as a short-term solution or a long-term home, make it your favorite place – a space you are proud of. In this blog, we will look specifically at the best practices for caring for your home’s exterior regardless of what camp you fall within.
To the 10-year homeowner: According to the 2020 Cost VS Value Report, houses in the Seattle area recoup 94.9% of the cost for fiber-cement siding replacement.
Wow! This means you can enjoy the benefits of a complete exterior remodel and see most of that investment back in your bank account at the end of the day. In other words, it makes sense to replace that the faulty siding (that you perhaps find yourself with).
A professional fiber-cement Hardie Color-Plus siding installation job not only holds its value throughout the years—it is a huge selling point in the re-sale market. Potential buyers will be pleased to find out that their exterior home will not need a paint job unless they choose to change the color.
To all my forever-homeowners: The truth here is, if you plan to grow old in your four walls, you better take care of them.
Exterior siding protects your home from the harsh elements year-round—rain, snow, sun, the effects of extreme temperatures—and this is an important task! If your siding needs paint, repair, or a re-side, it is important that you have a trustworthy professional assess it.
If you want something to survive or even better-flourish, it is crucial that there is maintenance and updates. Your home’s exterior is no exception.
Conclusion
Whether you are in the forever camp or the 10-year camp, re-siding your home is a win-win. Updating your exterior will allow you to enjoy the beautiful aesthetic (with minimal maintenance) while you live there. Alternately, if you plan to sell it will increase your return on investment (ROI).
Our team at Perdue Builders will give you a no-obligation quote with options that are fitting for your needs and goals.
Call us today at (425) 398-8609 or reach out to us here.
