Fade-proof Vinyl
Fade-proof Vinyl | Siding Solutions | Roofing | Helenwood
Transform your Helenwood home into a showpiece that never loses its luster with HEP’s fade-proof vinyl roofing and siding. Engineered to stand up to Tennessee’s relentless sun, whipping winds, and surprise hail, our materials lock in vibrant color and rock-solid strength for decades—no scraping, repainting, or worries about chalky streaks. Certified installers handle every detail, and our lifetime warranty backs every shingle and panel, so you can spend weekends enjoying the Plateau instead of maintaining it.
Discover how our siding solutions pair effortless curb appeal with real energy savings. Insulated vinyl helps regulate indoor temperatures, cutting utility costs while keeping drafts at bay, and a wide palette of finishes lets you match any architectural style—from rustic cabins to modern farmhouses. Ready to upgrade? Call HEP today and schedule a free, no-pressure consultation right at your front door.
FAQs
What makes your fade-proof vinyl roofing and siding different from standard vinyl products?
Our fade-proof line is manufactured with titanium-dioxide–enriched pigments and a UV-resistant acrylic capstock that blocks up to 98 % of ultraviolet radiation. Standard vinyl relies on surface dye alone, which slowly breaks down under sun exposure. The result is that our panels keep their original color 5–7 times longer, resist chalking, and never require repainting.
Will the material really hold its color in Helenwood’s hot, sunny summers?
Yes. Helenwood sits in USDA Climate Zone 4A, where roofing and siding endure roughly 2,400 hours of annual sunlight. The resin blend we use is tested in Arizona and Florida sun farms—environments far more intense than Helenwood—until it reaches less than a ΔE 1.5 color shift (the threshold at which the human eye notices fading). These tests simulate 25 years of Tennessee sun, heat, and humidity, so you can expect true, lasting color.
What color and profile options are available, and do darker shades fade faster?
We stock 18 solid colors, 8 wood-grain patterns, and three roofing profiles (slate, shake, and standing-seam) that integrate with three matching siding profiles (lap, board-and-batten, and shingle). Thanks to the UV-blocking capstock, even dark options like Midnight Charcoal and Forest Green retain their richness; laboratory data show less than a 2 % gloss loss after 10 years—comparable to lighter shades.
How long does installation take and can it be done over existing roofs or siding?
A typical 2,000 sq ft Helenwood home takes 2–3 days for siding and one additional day for roofing, weather permitting. Our panels are designed for direct-to-deck installation on roofs and can overlay structurally sound existing siding with a specialty moisture barrier. During the free site inspection our crew measures, checks ventilation, and confirms substrate integrity, so you’ll know whether tear-off is necessary before work begins.
What maintenance is required after installation?
Very little. The vinyl’s smooth, non-porous finish resists dirt and algae. An annual rinse with a garden hose, or a mild soap solution for stubborn pollen, is all that’s needed—no pressure washer, painting, or sealing. Because the color goes through the entire capstock layer, scratches remain the same tone, avoiding the “white scratch” look common with painted products.
What kind of warranty do you offer and how long can I expect the system to last?
Every fade-proof roof and siding panel comes with a transferable, limited lifetime warranty: 50 years against color fade beyond ΔE 4, and 30 years for product integrity (no cracking, warping, or blistering). In real-world installations since 1998, the material has demonstrated a service life of 40–60 years. The panels are 100 % recyclable at end-of-life, and because they reflect more solar energy than asphalt shingles or fiber cement, many Helenwood homeowners report a 7-10 % reduction in cooling costs.