Which Siding Options Are Fire Resistant?

If you are changing the siding on your home or even building a brand new home, you might have concerns about selecting a siding option that is fire-resistant. If you want to replace your current siding, you want to choose one that is safe.

These are some of the most fire-resistant options for your home. Here's how the common siding options stack up when you consider fire resistance.

Vinyl Siding

Vinyl siding is one of the most fire-resistant siding materials that you can choose. It is a synthetic material made of polyvinyl chloride, or PVC. Vinyl siding is not combustible and has a good fire rating.

This makes vinyl siding an excellent choice for areas that are prone to wildfires or if you live in a neighborhood where there are a lot of houses close together. Vinyl siding could prevent a fire from jumping over to your home.

Hardboard Siding

Hardboard siding is also a good choice for areas that are prone to wildfires. Hardboard siding is made of wood fibers that are combined with resin and then pressed into boards.

Hardboard siding is not as flammable as regular wood siding, but it is not completely fireproof. If you are worried about fires, you might want to choose another type of siding.

Stucco Siding

Stucco is a popular choice for homes in warm climates. It is made of Portland cement, sand, and water. Stucco is non-combustible, so it has a good fire rating.

Stucco is a good choice to avoid wildfires or a fire at a neighbor's home. Stucco could be a good choice for your home if you worry about fires in your neighborhood.

Fiber Cement Siding

Fiber cement siding is made of a mix of Portland cement, silica sand, wood fibers, and water. It is pressed into boards that look like wood siding. The good news is that it's more fire-resistant than a wood exterior.

Fiber cement siding has a good fire rating too. Additionally, fiber cement siding is rot-resistant and insect-resistant.

Metal Siding

Metal siding is made of steel, aluminum, or copper. Metal siding is one of the most fire-resistant siding materials, so it's a great option if you have reason to believe a fire could occur in your area. Additionally, metal siding is very durable and low maintenance.

Ask an Installation Professional About Fire-Resistant Siding

These are some of the most fire-resistant siding materials that you can choose for your home. Talk to a siding installation contractor for more information. 

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