US demand for siding is forecast to rise 7.1 percent yearly to 103.5 million squares in 2018, valued at $12.1 billion, according to the forecasting company Freedonia. As is the case with many building materials, an expected rebound in construction activity will be the primary driver for growth. For siding, the link to new housing is particularly strong, given that nearly every home in the US features exterior cladding. (In contrast, most nonresidential buildings opt for curtain walls or unclad structural walls). Homeowners are increasingly turning to lower maintenance, more durable siding materials such as fiber cement, brick, EIFS, and stone, although all siding products are expected to benefit from the forecast recovery in new housing completions. Also adding to gains will be continued growth in the key replacement market, which accounted for 57 percent of sales in 2013. Vinyl will remain the leading replacement siding by far but will continue to be challenged by newer materials with better performance characteristics.

Brick, concrete & stone siding to see fastest growth Among material types, brick, concrete, and stone siding are expected to see the most rapid advances in demand going forward. Brick siding demand will be driven by increasing residential building construction in the South, where the material is most commonly specified because of its favorable aesthetics and long tradition of use in the region. Moreover, home builders across the US are expected to increasingly install brick siding because of its desirable appearance, long lifespan, and fire resistance. Concrete and stone siding is widely used in both residential and nonresidential structures. Concrete blocks can be utilized to provide functional yet durable exterior cladding, while precast concrete panels and synthetic stone veneers are specified to recreate the look of more costly siding materials -- such as brick or natural stone -- at a lower cost. Vinyl siding accounted for the largest share of siding demand in 2013; however, vinyl siding has seen its share of the US market fall from 39 percent in 2003 to 27 percent in 2013. Vinyl siding has faced strong competition from various other materials -- such as fiber cement, stucco, and wood -- seen as more aesthetically pleasing. Going forward, vinyl siding will remain the leading material installed in the US because of its low cost, long lifespan, and minimal maintenance needs. However, vinyl siding will continue to lose market share to materials seen as better able to improve the exterior appearance of residences.

Residential market to regain leading share status Residential improvement and repair applications were the leading siding market in 2013, indicative of the low level of housing completions in that year. However, going forward, the new residential market is expected to regain its leading market position in 2018 as housing completions rise rapidly from their low base. Residential improvement and repair demand for siding will exhibit solid growth as homeowners who put off re-siding projects during the 2007-2009 recession will do them going forward. Nonresidential demand for siding is forecast to grow 6.8 percent per annum to 25.0 million squares in 2018, driven by rebounding nonresidential building construction. The commercial and lodging and office segments saw the steepest demand declines between 2008 and 2013, and will thus post the fastest advances through 2018. Improving economic conditions will spur the construction of shopping malls, hotels, resorts, restaurants, and offices.

For more information on the report, go to: http://www.freedoniagroup.com/industry-study/3144/siding.htm

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The Alamo Heights City Council has given the green light to homebuilder Jack Dabney to build a larger home on his recently replatted property in the 200 block of Cloverleaf.

The council July 28 unanimously approved the design for the 3,430-square-foot house, which would replace a 2,170-square-foot structure.

Dabney got city permission in June to demolish the latter building. The new home would be two stories and have a bigger garage.

Dabney filed a request May 5 to replat the lots on his property into two 62.5-foot-by-145-foot lots. Dabney and his representatives, along with city staff, previously told the council that the five lots, individually, were not buildable.

City staff received approval from three utilities for the then-proposed plat, and notified the public, including nearby property owners, about Dabney's request. The city received 24 responses all in opposition.

Dabney's supporters have said the replat would enable his company to build two quality homes on the replatted lot. Opponents had said changing the lot could lead to a change in the character of their neighborhood.

Because the council did not act on the proposed replat in the time allotted by state laws for local government, Dabney's replat request was effectively approved.

The city's architectural review board (ARB), in separate meetings, reviewed the significance of demolishing the old house and the design of the replacement. The board's recommended both actions.

However, for the new house design the ARB requested that Dabney replace the siding of the main structure with stucco, and the garage's siding with stone.

The city urged Dabney to meet with his neighbor, Dr. Thomas Spalten, about plans for his property. They did meet but Spalten still has concerns.

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Construction: Gov. Pat Quinn this week announced capital investments of more than $333,000 in Lake County construction projects.

Funded by the Illinois Jobs Now! construction program, the projects are part of a push to create jobs and drive the states economy forward. Joint and substructure repairs will be made to a bridge carrying state Route 176 over the Des Plaines River in Libertyville. Kovilic Construction Co. Inc. of Franklin Park was the lowest of five bidders at $208,493. The project will be managed by the Illinois Department of Transportation.

The South Unit Service Building at Illinois Beach State Park in Zion will be rehabilitated in a project managed by the Illinois Capital Development Board. The project includes roof and siding replacement. G.E. Riddiford Co. of Arlington Heights was the lowest of four bidders for the work at $125,119.

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Governor Pat Quinn has announcedmore than $333,000 has been invested in Lake County construction projects. Read the following press release for details.

LIBERTYVILLE Governor Pat Quinn today announced capital investments of more than $333,000 for construction projects Lake County.Funded by hisIllinois Jobs Now!construction program, the projects are part of Governor Quinns agenda to create jobs and drive Illinois economy forward.

These bridge and state park projects will help maintain our infrastructure while putting people to work and improving the local economy, Governor Quinn said.

Bridge joint and substructure repairs will be made to a bridge carrying Illinois Route 176 over the Des Plaines River in Libertyville. Kovilic Construction Company, Inc. of Franklin Park was the lowest of five bidders at $208,493. The project will be managed by the Illinois Department of Transportation.

The South Unit Service Building at Illinois Beach State Park in Zion will be rehabilitated in a project managed by the Illinois Capital Development Board. The project includes roof and siding replacement. G.E. Riddiford Company of Arlington Heights was the lowest of four bidders for the work at $125,119.

It is extremely important we continue to invest in the Lake County economy, State Senator Melinda Bush (D-Grayslake) said. Infrastructure improvements are a key part of our economic development.

The projects are part of Governor Quinns $31 billionIllinois Jobs Now!program, which will support more than 439,000 jobs over six years.Illinois Jobs Now!is the largest construction program in Illinois history, and is one of the largest construction programs in the nation.

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The sounds of home repairs can be considered as an annoyance to homeowners, but they're music to the ears of one Tarentum resident.

Richard Simpson, who lives at 529 Third Ave., is having much-needed new siding put on his house a service provided for free from Hosanna Industries Inc.

Hosanna Industries is a nonprofit Christian organization that provides home repairs to residents who can't afford them.

Simpson is grateful to receive the work.

I'm just trying to help with whatever they need, Simpson said after he hoisted a ladder onto his roof for workers.

Simpson, 52, grew up in the house and inherited it in 2000. He said the repairs have been needed for many years, but working a minimum wage job made paying for it difficult.

I'm just really glad that I was able to hear about Hosanna, Simpson said. It's like a godsend.

Becky Hetzer, who has been with Hosanna Industries for 18 years, is one of the mission workers doing the repairs. She said the appreciation shown from Simpson when he found out he was getting the siding was what makes the job worth doing.

The way that he looked me in the eye was enough to bring tears, Hetzer said.

Hetzer said the job is rewarding and gratifying on many levels.

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The Harford County Department of Parks and Recreation is closing the historic grist mill at Eden Mill Nature Center and Park this Monday for several months, as the exterior of the more than 200-year-old mill is renovated.

Workers will replace the exterior wooden siding and the building's 39 windows, Paul Magness, parks and recreation's deputy director, said Thursday.

"The siding that's there has run its course," Magness said. "It's at the end of its useful life."

The Eden Mill Nature Center next to the mill and the rest of the park grounds will remain open while the work at the mill is progress.

Magness explained that the windows and siding on the mill building must be replaced to ensure water does not leak into the structure during a rain storm.

"Water can very easily penetrate into the historic mill, and this will certainly help with that issue and protect the inside," Magness said.

The mill in Pylesville is a Harford County registered historic property, and the renovation project received approval from the county's historic commission in February.

Magness said the commission members had to ensure "replacement construction materials that we're using are going to match the existing size and color of the structure."

The county has a $194,280 contract with L.C. Bathon Builders. The mill is expected to be closed for tours for four months.

Magness said the contractor is "confident" the work will be completed in time for Eden Mill's annual Fall Fest scheduled for Nov. 8.

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