The next major step for the exterior of the house is the vinyl siding.  Ryland uses Owens Corning brand siding, as it is of a high quality, the color pigment runs completely through the vinyl, meaning no “white scratches” if it is damaged.   Of course, vinyl is very easy to maintain, it is breathable to allow fresh air in and keep moisture out. 

The vinyl siding is installed from the bottom up by a crew of four using scaffolding that can ratchet up in elevation while in use. The pieces are interlocked in to the pieces below them and secured with short nails on top.  The process is fairly slow, even for a home with as simple shape as ours.  Not only are the workers installing the large areas of the siding, but all of the corners, vinyl trim, window trim, vents and shudders. The work is precise, with  a lot of attention to detail. 

Of note, the siding installers may opt to work after dark, as with some of the homes in the neighborhood.  This can lead to un-even runs of siding as with some of the houses in the area.  Our contractors promptly packed up and left every day before dark, so it was not an issue.  I expect this is professional practice with the vast majority of siding installers, but it is a pitfall to beware.