Cedar offers authentic natural beauty that vinyl simply cannot replicate, along with superior durability in Suffolk County’s coastal conditions. While vinyl may crack, warp, or fade from salt air and temperature extremes, cedar actually improves with age.
Cedar provides better insulation, noise reduction, and stands up to impact damage that would dent or crack synthetic materials. It’s also environmentally friendly – renewable, biodegradable, and requires minimal processing compared to manufactured siding.
The investment difference pays off in longevity, performance, and resale value. Quality cedar siding can last 50-75 years versus 20-30 for vinyl. When you factor in replacement costs and the premium buyers pay for natural wood siding, cedar often proves more economical long-term.