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If your home is more than a few years old, you may have areas of siding that show signs of wear. Whether it’s wood, aluminum, or vinyl siding, over time siding can fade, develop leaks, warp, crack or dent. And old siding is typically much less energy efficient than newer siding.

Theresa and John were in need of new siding for their home in Riverdale, Maryland. They'd worked with Thompson Creek Window Company in the past to install vinyl replacement windows. They said, "We dealt with them the past couple of years so we know the quality of work that you all do and that is why we came back." So they knew Thompson Creek was the company they would use for their new vinyl siding.

The replacement vinyl siding installed by Thompson Creek will insulate Theresa and John's Prince George's County house from drafts and block noise with interlocking foam insulation that blocks up to 45% more noise than regular siding. Their home is now protected from ice, hail and damaging winds up to 165 miles per hour with siding that’s 300% more impact resistant. They will never have to paint their home again with Thompson Creek's vinyl siding. And they have peace of mind knowing that their siding is backed by our unbeatable lifetime guarantee.

What is protecting the exterior of your home? Is it energy efficient? A recent study completed by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Research Center shows that 44% of homeowners prefer insulated vinyl siding as their exterior siding material of choice over traditional vinyl, brick, aluminum, fiber cement, and more.

The participants were asked "If you were to replace the exterior siding on your current home today, which type would you prefer to replace it with?" The top choice among homeowners was insulating vinyl siding with 44%, followed by vinyl siding at 25.2%, brick or stone at 8.5%, and aluminum or steel at 6.9%. Other choices included fiber cement, wood, and stucco.

Over 1,500 homeowners across the United States completed the online survey in February. To qualify for the study, each respondent had to own a single family home, townhome or duplex built in 1995 of earlier that was sided with something other than brick, stone or stucco. These requirements ensured that they may be candidates for new siding now or in the future.

By replacing your old siding, you can take advantage of the latest developments in siding. Vinyl siding from companies like Thompson Creek Window Company lays flat, hides any imperfections in the underlayment, has fewer seams and is foam laminated to add extra insulation to your home and block noise.

Thompson Creek siding is also thicker and 300% more impact-resistant, providing your home with lifetime protection from ice, hail, winds up to 165 mph and other damaging weather conditions. And with vinyl siding, you never have to climb a ladder again to paint your house.

If your home is more than a few years old, you may have areas of siding that show signs of wear. Whether it’s wood siding, aluminum siding or vinyl siding, over time siding can fade, develop leaks, warp, crack or dent. And old siding is typically much less energy efficient than newer siding.

So if you have a section of siding that is damaged, do you just replace that section or your entire home? It makes the most sense to do the complete job. If you have a area of damage, the rest of the old siding is at risk for similar damage in the near future. Older siding is susceptible to wind damage. It is easier for water to penetrate the siding and damage your home.

By installing new siding on your entire home, you can take advantage of the latest developments in siding. Vinyl siding from companies like Thompson Creek lays flat, hides any imperfections in the underlayment, has fewer seams and is foam laminated to add extra insulation to your home and block noise.

Thompson Creek siding is also thicker and 300% more impact-resistant, providing your home with lifetime protection from ice, hail, winds up to 165 mph and other damaging weather conditions. And with vinyl siding, you never have to climb a ladder again to paint your house.

When you are considering replacing the siding on your home with vinyl siding, not all options will give you the most value for your money. There are many factors to consider, including cost, insulating properties, protection from weather extremes, as well as aesthetics. 

The quality of the product you choose is especially important in the mid-Atlantic area.  We experience extreme heat and cold throughout the year in Maryland, Virginia and Washington DC, so your home requires siding to protect it from all the elements. 

Choosing Thompson Creek Window Company's vinyl siding gives you the most bang for you buck in every area:

• You will insulate your house from drafts and noise with interlocking foam insulation that blocks up to 45% more noise than regular siding.
• You will protect your home from ice, hail and damaging winds up to 165 miles per hour with siding that’s 300% more impact resistant.
• You can choose from one of 16 low-gloss designer colors and give your home the attractive appearance and curb appeal you’ve always wanted.
• You will never have to paint your home again.
• You will have peace of mind knowing that your siding is backed by our unbeatable lifetime guarantee.

Click here to learn more about Thompson Creek's vinyl siding, or call  866-57CREEK  866-57CREEK today!

When researching siding options for your home, you can become overwhelmed by the choices. Popular options include stone veneer, fiber cement, engineered wood siding, and vinyl siding. There are pros and cons for each option and should be weighed in order for you to know what option best suits you.

While stone veneer is extremely durable, it will easily have you spending $11-$15 a square foot. Fiber cement siding is relatively inexpensive but usually does not come with an extended warranty. Not having a lifetime guarantee can put a strain on your wallet in the years to come. Engineered wood siding, or composite wood, is composed of wood products and other materials. Like wood board siding, it will require maintenance and take time away from other activities.

Vinyl siding comes in many forms and is virtually maintenance free. If not properly installed, vinyl siding can cause mold and mildew but here at Thompson Creek, we take the extra step to ensure this does not happen. We wrap your home and then place a lining of material that allows the wall to breathe and prevent moisture build up

Thompson Creek Window Company offers a vinyl siding that is backed by our lifetime guarantee. If you are in the market for vinyl siding, Thompson Creek siding is the way to go!

Thompson Creek’s state-of-the-art siding lays flat, hides every imperfection, and has 30% fewer seams.  That’s because we use 16 foot, wide-profile siding panels, compared to the 12-foot panels used by most other companies.  Our siding is foam laminated, so it easily smoothes and straightens walls to create a more natural look.  And it resembles wood more than any other product on the market.

Another happy customer for Thompson Creek, www.thompsoncreek.com, from Silver Spring, Maryland loves their replacement siding…

“The overall installation and the net result is very wonderful.  We couldn’t be happier.”  Replacement Siding customer – Silver Spring, Maryland

Thompson Creek Window Company offers the beauty, comfort and reliability that you want for all your home improvement needs in the Washington DC metro area including Maryland, and Northern Virginia.

For more information about Thomspson Creek and their energy efficient replacement siding please visit www.thompsoncreek.com.

Thompson Creek’s state-of-the-art siding lays flat, hides every imperfection, and has 30% fewer seams.  That’s because we use 16 foot, wide-profile siding panels, compared to the 12-foot panels used by most other companies.  Our siding is foam laminated, so it easily smoothes and straightens walls to create a more natural look.  And it resembles wood more than any other product on the market.

Another happy new replacement siding customer for Thompson Creek, www.thompsoncreek.com, from Rockville, Maryland loves the look.  Read more about Thompson Creek and their new replacement siding...

"The installation; everything was done right and it looked good.  The crew was great." New Replacement Siding customer - Rockville, Maryland.

Thompson Creek Window Company offers the beauty, comfort and reliability that you want for all your home improvement needs in the Washington DC metro area including Maryland, and Northern Virginia.

For more information about Thomspson Creek and their new replacement siding please visit www.thompsoncreek.com.

Vinyl siding has been around for decades and continues to improve curb appeal and lower energy costs. Thompson Creek Window Company's replacement vinyl siding is virtually seamless and is available in 16 different low-gloss colors that can be applied to many different styles of homes.

Siding from Thompson Creek has been tested and proven to withstand up to 165 mph winds and other damaging weather conditions common in the mid-Atlantic area. In addition to being double-walled for added insulation and strength, we apply a water-proof coating underneath the siding that protects your home from water damage. Thompson Creek siding is not only durable but gives you the peace of mind knowing that your home will be protected during torrential down pours and scorching heat that we experience in Maryland, Virginia and Washington DC.

Saving money and looking good never sounded better and with Thompson Creek siding, you can accomplish both!

Thompson Creek is state-of-the-art siding lays flat, hides every imperfection, and has 30% fewer seams. That is because we use 16 foot, wide-profile siding panels, compared to the 12-foot panels used by most other companies. Our siding is foam laminated, so it easily smoothes and straightens walls to create a more natural look. And it resembles wood more than any other product on the market.

Another happy new replacement siding customer for Thompson Creek, www.thompsoncreek.com, from Silver Spring, Maryland loves the net result. Read more about Thompson Creek and their new replacement siding...

"The overall installation and the net result of the new replacement siding are very wonderful. We couldn't be happier with our new replacement siding." New Replacement Siding Customer - Silver Spring, Maryland

Thompson Creek Window Company offers the beauty, comfort and reliability that you want for all your home improvement needs in the Washington DC metro area including Maryland, and Northern Virginia.

For more information about Thompson Creek and their new replacement siding please visit www.thompsoncreek.com.

Thompson Creek is state-of-the-art siding lays flat, hides every imperfection, and has 30% fewer seams. That is because we use 16 foot, wide-profile siding panels, compared to the 12-foot panels used by most other companies. Our siding is foam laminated, so it easily smoothes and straightens walls to create a more natural look. And it resembles wood more than any other product on the market.

Another happy new replacement siding customer for Thompson Creek, www.thompsoncreek.com, from Reston, Virginia loves the respect. Read more about Thompson Creek and their new replacement siding...

"The Thompson Creek personnel were all friendly and nice, respectful of my property, and careful about their work. The new replacement siding certainly has improved the look and value as well as the comfort of my home." New Replacement Siding Customer - Reston, Virginia

Thompson Creek Window Company offers the beauty, comfort and reliability that you want for all your home improvement needs in the Washington DC metro area including Maryland, and Northern Virginia.

For more information about Thompson Creek and their new replacement siding please visit www.thompsoncreek.com.

Thompson Creek is state-of-the-art siding lays flat, hides every imperfection, and has 30% fewer seams. That is because we use 16 foot, wide-profile siding panels, compared to the 12-foot panels used by most other companies. Our siding is foam laminated, so it easily smoothes and straightens walls to create a more natural look. And it resembles wood more than any other product on the market.

Another happy new replacement siding customer for Thompson Creek, www.thompsoncreek.com, from Alexandria, Virginia loves the great quality. Read more about Thompson Creek and their new replacement siding...

"The quality of the new replacement siding is excellent. The devices to adapt to for outlets, vents, and fixtures add a great finishing touch." New Replacement Siding Customer - Alexandria, Virginia

Thompson Creek Window Company offers the beauty, comfort and reliability that you want for all your home improvement needs in the Washington DC metro area including Maryland, and Northern Virginia.

For more information about Thompson Creek and their new replacement siding please visit www.thompsoncreek.com.

Thompson Creek is state-of-the-art siding lays flat, hides every imperfection, and has 30% fewer seams. That is because we use 16 foot, wide-profile siding panels, compared to the 12-foot panels used by most other companies. Our siding is foam laminated, so it easily smoothes and straightens walls to create a more natural look. And it resembles wood more than any other product on the market.

Another happy new replacement siding customer for Thompson Creek, www.thompsoncreek.com, from Baltimore, Maryland loves the price and quality. Read more about Thompson Creek and their new replacement siding...

"Price and quality of new replacement siding. My home looks new." New Replacement Siding Customer - Baltimore, Maryland

Thompson Creek Window Company offers the beauty, comfort and reliability that you want for all your home improvement needs in the Washington DC metro area including Maryland, and Northern Virginia.

For more information about Thompson Creek and their new replacement siding please visit www.thompsoncreek.com.

Thompson Creek is state-of-the-art siding lays flat, hides every imperfection, and has 30% fewer seams. That is because we use 16 foot, wide-profile siding panels, compared to the 12-foot panels used by most other companies. Our siding is foam laminated, so it easily smoothes and straightens walls to create a more natural look. And it resembles wood more than any other product on the market.

Another happy new replacement siding customer for Thompson Creek, www.thompsoncreek.com, from Cambridge, Maryland loves the handling. Read more about Thompson Creek and their new replacement siding...

"I was very pleased with the way Thompson Creek handled my new replacement siding, from the beginning to the end they were very professional." New Replacement Siding Customer - Cambridge, Maryland

Thompson Creek Window Company offers the beauty, comfort and reliability that you want for all your home improvement needs in the Washington DC metro area including Maryland, and Northern Virginia.

For more information about Thompson Creek and their new replacement siding please visit www.thompsoncreek.com.

The Thompson Creek Gutter System completely encloses and protects your gutters. There are no vertical openings for leaves and debris to enter and no screens to clog. Rainwater flows over and around the nose of the gutter system, into your gutters and swiftly though your downspouts. Our gutters offer protection against the elements with our exclusive high back system with eight flow reducers, preventing unwanted overflow and completely protecting the fascia.

Another happy new replacement gutter customer for Thompson Creek, www.thompsoncreek.com, from Bethesda, Maryland loves the superiority. Read more about Thompson Creek and their new replacement gutters...

"Thompson Creek replacement gutters . New Replacement Siding in Fredrick, Maryland

Thompson Creek is state-of-the-art siding lays flat, hides every imperfection, and has 30% fewer seams. That is because we use 16 foot, wide-profile siding panels, compared to the 12-foot panels used by most other companies. Our siding is foam laminated, so it easily smoothes and straightens walls to create a more natural look. And it resembles wood more than any other product on the market.

Another happy new replacement siding customer for Thompson Creek, www.thompsoncreek.com, from Fredrick, Maryland loves the energy efficiency. Read more about Thompson Creek and their new replacement siding...

"I saw the Thompson Creek booth at the home show and I liked the replacement siding there. The new siding seems to be very energy efficient. I have noticed a warmth in my house and I'm very happy about that." New Replacement Siding Customer - Fredrick, Maryland

Thompson Creek Window Company offers the beauty, comfort and reliability that you want for all your home improvement needs in the Washington DC metro area including Maryland, and Northern Virginia.

For more information about Thompson Creek and their new replacement siding please visit www.thompsoncreek.com.

emed superior to others." Replacement Gutter Customer - Bethesda, Maryland

Thompson Creek Window Company offers the beauty, comfort and reliability that you want for all your home improvement needs in the Washington DC metro area including Maryland, and Northern Virginia.

For more information about Thompson Creek and their new replacement gutters please visit www.thompsoncreek.com.

What is protecting the exterior of your home? Is it energy efficient? A recent study completed by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Research Center shows that 44% of homeowners prefer insulated vinyl siding as their exterior siding material of choice over traditional vinyl, brick, aluminum, fiber cement, and more.

The participants were asked "If you were to replace the exterior siding on your current home today, which type would you prefer to replace it with?" The top choice among homeowners was insulating vinyl siding with 44%, followed by vinyl siding at 25.2%, brick or stone at 8.5%, and aluminum or steel at 6.9%. Other choices included fiber cement, wood, and stucco.

Over 1,500 homeowners across the United States completed the online survey in February. To qualify for the study, each respondent had to own a single family home, townhome or duplex built in 1995 of earlier that was sided with something other than brick, stone or stucco. These requirements ensured that they may be candidates for new siding now or in the future.

By replacing your old siding, you can take advantage of the latest developments in siding. Vinyl siding from companies like Thompson Creek Window Company lays flat, hides any imperfections in the underlayment, has fewer seams and is foam laminated to add extra insulation to your home and block noise.

Thompson Creek siding is also thicker and 300% more impact-resistant, providing your home with lifetime protection from ice, hail, winds up to 165 mph and other damaging weather conditions. And with vinyl siding, you never have to climb a ladder again to paint your house.

Lucia was in need of new siding for her home in Columbia, Maryland. After meeting with Thompson Creek Window Company, she knew they were the company she would use for her new vinyl siding.

The replacement vinyl siding installed by Thompson Creek will insulate Lucia's Howard County house from drafts and block noise with interlocking foam insulation that blocks up to 45% more noise than regular siding. Her home is now protected from ice, hail and damaging winds up to 165 miles per hour with siding that’s 300% more impact resistant. She will never have to paint her home again with Thompson Creek's vinyl siding. And Stacy has peace of mind knowing that her siding is backed by our unbeatable lifetime guarantee.

Lucia summed up her experience with Thompson Creek by recognizing our commitment to customer service. "I was very satisfied in terms of responsiveness to our needs."

Stacy was in need of new siding for her home in Pasadena, Maryland. After meeting with Thompson Creek Window Company, she knew they were the company she would use for her new vinyl siding. "Everyone was so nice and knew what they were talking about. We didn't know a lot about siding when we purchased, but after we talked to your sales rep, we learned a lot. He answered all of our questions."

The replacement vinyl siding installed by Thompson Creek will insulate Stacy's Anne Arundel County house from drafts and block noise with interlocking foam insulation that blocks up to 45% more noise than regular siding. Her home is now protected from ice, hail and damaging winds up to 165 miles per hour with siding that’s 300% more impact resistant. She will never have to paint her home again with Thompson Creek's vinyl siding. And Stacy has peace of mind knowing that her siding is backed by our unbeatable lifetime guarantee.

Stacy summed up her experience with Thompson Creek by recognizing our commitment to customer service. "You have a wonderful company that is all about pleasing the customer. I was very impressed with the product and the whole process of buying and installation."

If your home is more than a few years old, you may have areas of siding that show signs of wear. Whether it’s wood siding, aluminum siding or vinyl siding, over time siding can fade, develop leaks, warp, crack or dent. And old siding is typically much less energy efficient than newer siding.

So if you have a section of siding that is damaged, do you just replace that section or your entire home? It makes the most sense to do the complete job. If you have a area of damage, the rest of the old siding is at risk for similar damage in the near future. Older siding is susceptible to wind damage. It is easier for water to penetrate the siding and damage your home.

By installing new siding on your entire home, you can take advantage of the latest developments in siding. Vinyl siding from companies like Thompson Creek Window Company lays flat, hides any imperfections in the underlayment, has fewer seams and is foam laminated to add extra insulation to your home and block noise.

Thompson Creek siding is also thicker and 300% more impact-resistant, providing your home with lifetime protection from ice, hail, winds up to 165 mph and other damaging weather conditions. And with vinyl siding, you never have to climb a ladder again to paint your house.

Thompson Creek is state-of-the-art siding lays flat, hides every imperfection, and has 30% fewer seams. That is because we use 16 foot, wide-profile siding panels, compared to the 12-foot panels used by most other companies. Our siding is foam laminated, so it easily smoothes and straightens walls to create a more natural look. And it resembles wood more than any other product on the market.

Another happy new replacement siding customer for Thompson Creek, www.thompsoncreek.com, from Fort Washington, Maryland loves the beauty. Read more about Thompson Creek and their new replacement siding...

"I had a very good experience with my siding replacement. I would refer to Thompson Creek to anybody. The new replacement siding looks beautiful and works very well. I am very happy." New Replacement Siding Customer - Fort Washington, Maryland

Thompson Creek Window Company offers the beauty, comfort and reliability that you want for all your home improvement needs in the Washington DC metro area including Maryland, and Northern Virginia.

For more information about Thompson Creek and their new replacement siding please visit www.thompsoncreek.com.

Susan G. needed to replace the siding on her home in LaPlata, MD.  Her original wood siding had become warped and faded, and was allowing rainwater to leak behind the siding.  By installing new vinyl siding from Thompson Creek, Susan now has siding that lays flat, hides any imperfections in the underlayment, has fewer seams and is foam laminated to add extra insulation to your home and block noise.  Thompson Creek siding is also thicker and 300% more impact-resistant, providing her home with lifetime protection from ice, hail, winds up to 165 mph and other damaging weather conditions.  And with vinyl siding, Susan will never have to climb a ladder again to paint her house.

When we asked Susan what areas she was most satisfied with her experience with Thomspon Creek, she replied, “The experience can be summed up in two words: Excellent and Professional!  It is nice to know that there a company such as yours that has such high standards and competent personnel.”

Thompson Creek reviews all surveys we receive from customers like Susan after their job is completed.  Customer feedback continues to be what drives us to want to better serve every one of our customers.

Thompson Creek installed new siding on Stacy’s Pasadena, MD home.  Her old siding required maintenance and painting, and she had several pieces that were loose.  The vinyl siding that was installed on her Maryland home is energy efficient and maintenance free.   Another benefit is that her new siding helps to block outside noise from entering her Anne Arundel county home.   

When asked where she was most satisfied, Stacy replied “All areas. Everyone was so nice and knew what they were talking about. We didn't know a lot about siding, but after we talked to one of your sales reps (Joe), we learned a lot.  He answered all of our questions.”   She concluded by saying “You have a wonderful company that is all about pleasing the customer. I was very impressed with the product and the whole process of buying and installation.”

Thompson Creek installed energy efficient siding on Gregory’s Baltimore, MD home.  Our vinyl siding is maintenance-free, and was installed over a wood exterior.   This siding will also help to reduce outside noise, and well as make Gregory’s Maryland home more energy efficient..

When asked why he chose Thompson Creek, Gregory replied “Of the three companies I had contacted, Thompson Creek met or beat the presentation of materials, explanations, and the price was not the highest or lowest.”

If your home is more than a few years old, you may have areas of siding that show signs of wear.  Whether it’s wood, aluminum or vinyl, over time siding can fade, develop leaks, warp, crack or dent.  And old siding is typically much less energy efficient than newer siding.

So if you have a section of siding that is damaged, do you just replace that section or your entire home?  It makes the most sense to do the complete job.  If you have a area of damage, the rest of the old siding is at risk for similar damage in the near future.  Older siding is susceptible to wind damage.  It is easier for water to penetrate the siding and damage your home. 

By installing new siding on your entire home, you can take advantage of the latest developments in siding.  Vinyl siding from companies like Thompson Creek lays flat, hides any imperfections in the underlayment, has fewer seams and is foam laminated to add extra insulation to your home and block noise.

Thompson Creek siding is also thicker and 300% more impact-resistant, providing your home with lifetime protection from ice, hail, winds up to 165 mph and other damaging weather conditions.  And with vinyl siding, you never have to climb a ladder again to paint your house.