Winter can put a home’s exterior to the test. Moisture, freezing temperatures, and severe weather can all challenge siding throughout the colder months. That makes fall an ideal time to take a closer look at your exterior and determine whether it is ready for the season ahead.
The good news? If your home has LP® SmartSide® Trim & Siding products, you can check off key qualities that contribute to a durable, winter-ready exterior. LP® SmartSide® Trim & Siding products are designed to help homes stand up to demanding conditions while maintaining their appearance.
Here are five signs your exterior is ready to face winter. If you have LP® SmartSide® Trim & Siding, you can check them all.
1. Siding That Resists Moisture, Not Just Sheds It
Winter moisture doesn’t always arrive as snow. Rain, hail, and changing weather conditions can expose a home’s exterior to moisture throughout the season, making moisture resistance an important consideration when choosing siding.
LP® SmartSide® Trim & Siding products are manufactured using the proprietary LP® SmartGuard® process, which incorporates engineered waxes, adhesive resins, and zinc borate to enhance durability and help protect the product from the elements.
2. A Finish That Holds Its Color Through Freeze and Thaw Cycles
Winter doesn’t mean homeowners should have to choose between durability and design. A winter-ready exterior should help maintain the look and character that makes a home feel like your own.
For homeowners who choose LP® SmartSide® ExpertFinish® Trim & Siding, the finish is factory applied for consistent application and strong adhesion.
3. No Gaps, No Warping, No Callbacks
Before winter arrives, take a closer look at the siding and trim around your home. Check areas around windows, doors, corners, and other exterior features for visible gaps and damage.
Proper installation is an important part of long-term siding performance. LP’s limited warranty documentation specifically addresses product bulking while distinguishing it from waviness caused by factors such as misaligned framing, crooked or bowed studs, foundation or wall settling, and improper nailing.
4. Protection Against Hail, Fungal Decay, and Termite Damage
A winter-ready exterior should be prepared for more than cold temperatures.
LP® SmartSide® Trim & Siding products are engineered with the LP® SmartGuard® process to provide resistance to fungal decay and termite damage. LP® SmartSide® Lap Sding is designed to withstand wind gusts up to 200mph, as well as golf ball sized hail.
*See APA PR-N124 and ESR 1301
5. A Limited Warranty That Lasts as Long as the Home
Long-term confidence matters when you’re investing in your home’s exterior. LP® SmartSide® Trim & Siding products are backed by an industry-leading 5/50-year prorated limited warranty. With this, homeowners have peace of mind that their home will last for years to come.
Refer to limited warranty at lpcorp.com/literature for complete details, including important limitations and exclusions.
Check Off a Winter-Ready Exterior
Preparing a home for the winter goes beyond the gutters and checking the furnace. Your siding and trim form an important part of the home’s exterior, so choosing materials engineered to stand up to demanding conditions can make winter preparation one less thing to worry about.
With LP® SmartSide® Trim & Siding products, homeowners can check the boxes for engineered durability, resistance to fungal decay and termites, qualifying hail protection, and long-term limited warranty coverage.
Ready to give your home an exterior that’s built for more than one season? Explore LP® SmartSide® Trim & Siding products to find the right style, texture, and color for your home.
