Ground Aluminum Siding

The fact that the product is extremely light and easy to install also generally translates into savings on labor when it is installed and that is certainly an advantage.

Ground aluminum siding. Should i use more than one grounding site. In fact aluminum siding insulates a home better than vinyl siding and can save the homeowner a considerable amount on heating and cooling costs over the lifetime of the product. When buying your siding be sure to get and follow the instruction manual which should always be included. Check out the aluminum siding for an option that won t rust rot or split.

Always use aluminum 1 1 2 inch 3 81 cm roofing nails to install aluminum siding. Also the closer to the ground the siding the more easily termites can go undetected and the more easily rodents can bore their way into your home. The reason for this clearance requirement is that while moisture will rot wood and damage other siding even if the ground isn t holding water against the siding rain splashes up and soaks the siding. It is required in some jurisdictions not all for metal clad siding to be bonded.

Stone veneer siding beautifully accents other siding materials to give the exterior of your building a picture perfect look. Old house 1910 1920s 3 story rental with aluminum siding repainted at least twice no grounding can be found but was advised should do so. Screws are placed trough the metal siding where it is doubled up on the lower course. Complete the look of your home with trim boards and siding accessories.

House approximately 30 x 30. Can i ground to existing ground rod and water pipes used for service panel. The bottom 3 boards had already been replaced all the way around at around 10 years because the idiot builder thought that it would look prettier with siding to the ground. Aluminum provides excellent insulating properties especially the heavier gauge metal.

We offer durable steel siding in 24 stunning colors so you can find the perfect option for the exterior of your home. I ve never red flagged missing ground wire on aluminum siding.