After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

Installing vinyl siding is a big project, but it is accessible to people who have basic carpentry skills. And there’s a powerful cost incentive to handle an installation yourself. According to ...

The bottom of the starter strip (the part the bottom panel hooks on to) should be at least 1 inch below the top of the foundation, but the lower the vinyl siding is installed, the better. It protects ...

Choosing vinyl siding for your home has a number of benefits like energy savings, durability, reduced noise and a variety of style options. Since it is such a versatile option for homeowners -- one ...

What issues should you consider, in order to get a nice looking, good quality vinyl siding installation on your house? Select the right contractor. Look for one who has had lots of experience ...

PITTSBURGH, April 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- "I thought there could be an improved tool to quickly and properly drive nails when installing vinyl siding," said an inventor, from Portsmouth, R.I., "so I ...