Insulated Vinyl Siding

One of the newest trends in exterior cladding is Insulated Vinyl Siding.  First introduced i the 1960s, vinyl siding has become the number one choice for exterior cladding across the US. Then introduced in the 1990s insulated siding has recently been recognized as ENERGY STAR rated. Due to its ability to reduce thermal bridging, insulated vinyl siding has been added to the checklist of building products that can help quality homes as ENERGY STAR rated. Replacing a home's exterior cladding with insulated siding can improve the thermal performance of the walls while reducing heating and cooling energy costs.
  
Some things to consider before you buy is R-values.  R means resistance to heat flow. The higher the R-value  the greater the insulation power. Green building value of vinyl siding- evidence hows that vinyl siding is sustainable throughout its life cycle. The fact that insulated siding provides additional energy efficiency benefits is like icing on the cake. Rigid vinyl siding will not sustain combustion without an external source of heat and will tend to self-extinguish if that heat is removed.Foam plastics used in the insulation portion contain a flame retardant designed to limit rapid flame spread.  And of course a professional installation is the most important consideration in installing this product on your home