Wind Resistant Siding

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Wind resistant siding.

To create a smoother look consider using 16 foot long or longer panels. To provide basic design and installation tips for various types of siding that will enhance wind resistance in high wind regions i e greater than 90 mph gust design wind speed. If asce 7 10 is used the equivalent wind speed is 139 mph for risk category ii buildings. Features of typical high wind siding and standard siding.

This increases the siding s wind resistance. Highly durable fiber cement siding is impact resistant as well as moisture and flame resistant as well. Contractors in hurricane prone areas suggest steel reinforced masonry walls instead of wooden framing for increased durability and protection. Siding generally is known for being one of the most affordable exterior materials to use on a home but there are different types of siding to choose from.

2 the 110 mph wind speed is based on asce 7 05. When consumer reports tests roofing and siding resistance to wind is one. Wind resistant roofing and siding you should also do your homework to make sure your contractor uses the best materials. Allow 1 32 clearance between the fastener head and the siding panel.

Not long ago iuvara explained to a prospect that his siding would hold in winds of up to 200 mph. It was the material used on this home that survived hurricane michael and was one of the weather resistant materials that had been used for the home s exterior combined with a concrete frame and impact resistant windows. Siding installation in high wind regions january 2009 page 1 of 7 purpose. The best vinyl siding has a double layer mounting hem which provides for a stronger attachment than a single layer hem does.

This limits the number of seams on your. Iuvara says the prospect reminded him that if it s not installed properly it ll. Proper and improper fas tener locations. The effects of wind rain temperature.

Fiber cement siding is low maintenance impact resistant and available in finished or painted options. It must be tied back to the building structure to prevent movement under wind and. After a tornado blew through in the spring of 1998 minnesota home improvement contractor dean williams began to get questions from prospects about the wind and impact resistance of the siding products he installs.