The curb appeal of wood siding is hard to beat. Wood shake siding adorned many historical Long Island homes. With CertainTeed Cedar Impressions, you get the beauty of wood shingle siding without the maintenance hassles.
Cedar Impressions mimics the look of shake siding. But it uses the latest technology to bring you a beautiful home exterior without the maintenance requirements.
Cedar Impressions vinyl siding uses real wood shingles for its mold. You can choose between different types of wood siding ranging from sawmill shingles to perfection shingles to rough-split shakes. You’ll be repainting a cedar exterior every few seasons, but Cedar Impressions retains its vibrant colors for decades.
County Roofing Systems is one of the best Long Island siding contractors in the industry. We’ve worked with a wide range of vinyl, fiber cement, and vinyl wood shake siding options. With over 30 years of experience, we can help put a new Cedar Impressions exterior on your home.
While wood shingles are sawn from a block, wood shakes are split from a log. Because they are thicker than shingles, shakes offer more insulation and protection from the elements. Shake siding and shake roofs have been popular since pre-Revolutionary days.
Wood shake siding has a distinctive appearance that just looks right on historic Long Island homes. It goes well with the lines of the house and brings out the building’s details.
But wood shake exteriors are notoriously high maintenance. Painted wood shake siding requires repainting every 2- 3 years. And unpainted cedar siding needs to be washed regularly to prevent algae, mold, and insect pests.
Cedar, the wood most commonly used for siding, has natural resistance to pests, mildew, and water. If properly maintained, a cedar shake siding installation can last for up to 50 years. Cedar ages to a lovely silver color or it can be painted or stained.
While beautiful, cedar shakes offer little or no flame resistance in a fire. And despite its resistance, cedar can still become home to insects and mold. If improperly installed, it can also warp or buckle in humid Long Island environments.
New siding is one of the most cost-effective home improvement projects you’ll find. A new siding installation can save you money on your utility bills and make your old house look like a brand new home.
Financing your new Cedar Impressions siding can be a challenge. But County Roofing Systems can help you through every step of the process.
We’ve worked with many local residential lenders during our 35+ years as a Long Island siding contractor. Chances are good we already know your lending agent. If you don’t have a lender yet, we can introduce you to some of our friends in the financial industry.
Cedar Impressions Perfection Shingles mimic the look of cedar shakes. They have a classic, elegant design with a realistic woodgrain texture. But they’re made with durable polymer that stands up to harsh weather conditions.
A Cedar Impressions installation is virtually resistant to fading and impervious to mold and mildew spores. It gives you the depth, character, and texture of wood shake shingles without the maintenance headaches.
Absolutely! Many homeowners and homebuilders use Cedar Impressions for accents and trim. Cedar Impressions accents make your home stand out and draw attention. They’re especially effective when used on larger, older homes to highlight striking architectural features.
Because Cedar Impressions come in a wide range of colors and textures, you will have no problem finding the perfect match for your home. And because it’s virtually impermeable to the elements, your accents will stay bright and beautiful for decades to come.
There’s no question about it — vinyl siding will last a lot longer than wood siding.
Even a well-maintained wood shake exterior will need replacement after 20 or 30 years. Uneven weathering, pests, and wood deterioration are ongoing problems with wood shingle siding. By contrast, vinyl siding can easily last 50 years or more with limited maintenance.
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CertainTeed's warranties are among the best in the building supply industry. They protect your investment against all manufacturing defects, including aesthetic defects. And because we're certified CertainTeed contractors, we can offer you CertainTeed's longest warranties.
We've been living up to CertainTeed's tough standards for over 35 years. They trust our work and they stand behind it with their best guarantees.
If you’re interested in a Cedar Inspirations installation and want the best warranty you can find, drop us a line.
With over 35 years of experience, Keith Schmied is Long Island’s best roofing, siding, and exteriors contractor. Keith can protect your home with beautiful, durable, energy-efficient siding repairs and installations. You get better protection from for your home and superior insulation benefits.
We only use premium building materials and we never work with subcontractors. From start to finish, our experienced team of construction specialists handles every part of your job. Call today for a free, no obligation quote on your siding project!
