Log Siding for Albuquerque Residents

Consider Log Siding

Log siding is a great option for siding your home. Real wood log siding adds a beautiful, rustic look, with cedar log siding and cypress log siding being among the most popular choices. The log siding materials made of real wood are specially treated to prevent water damage and rot, as well as resist termite infestation. The logs are fitted together using dovetail or saddle-notched corners, and a binding agent like caulk is used to fill in the spaces between the logs and provide protection from the elements. Though the logs are treated to resist it, damage can still occur, so you will want to keep an eye on things and replace the wood as soon as possible, if it becomes necessary, so as not to risk the integrity of your home’s structure.

A great alternative to real log siding is its vinyl counterpart. Vinyl log siding costs less than real wood siding and is easier to install. In addition, it is also a lot easier to care for, because it only needs pressure-washing once or twice a year. Further, it will only need repaired if significant damage occurs, such as tears or punctures in the vinyl that might let moisture in, and you obviously won’t need to worry about termites, since those pests don’t eat vinyl wood, no matter how realistic it looks!

Whichever type of log siding you choose, you can have a contractor do the job for you, or you can purchase a “do it yourself” kit that contains all of the necessary pieces to assemble the log siding for your home. You can even combine those two options by purchasing the DIY kit and having the contractor do the installation for you. Figuring out the best options your home and your budget is easy with our free online estimate tool. Taking advantage of this handy tool will allow us put you in touch with local Albuquerque area contractors so that you can begin the process of making your home beautiful with log siding!