Plastic products are often perceived of as being bad for the environment. Therefore, you may be surprised to learn that vinyl siding received a better Environmental Impact Score (EIS) than other siding types. In this blog, general contractor V. Nanfito Roofing & Siding, Inc. takes an in-depth look at how the environmental impact of vinyl siding is measured.
Vinyl Siding Environmental Impact Score
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) uses proprietary software called Building for Environmental and Economic Sustainability (BEES) to measure the life cycles of different materials used for exterior building. According to BEES analysis, vinyl siding is eco-friendly because of the following factors:
Other Eco-Friendly Advantages
While not mentioned in the BEES report, there are other eco-friendly advantages offered by vinyl siding:
V. Nanfito Roofing & Siding, Inc. is your leading provider of vinyl siding installation and roof maintenance services. Give us a call at (203) 639-1634 or fill out our contact form to schedule an appointment.
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