Find a cladding professional in Melbourne Western Suburbs

Cladding is adding material over another to provide a protective skin or layer. It’s often interchanged with siding because their major difference is only about the material used. External cladding can breathe new life into the appearance of your property, but it’s more than meets the eye. 

Whether you’re renovating an old ancestral home or having a new one built, install cladding to provide additional insulation and protection from harsh natural elements. The right cladding can make a building more inviting and increase its value. 

There are many types of exterior wall cladding. Here are some of the most popular ones that you can book on Airtasker:

• Composite exterior cladding - Composite exterior wall cladding panels protect your residential or commercial property from moisture, rotting, insect infestation and fungal attacks. The material has high durability against UV light, an important benefit if your building is directly exposed to sunlight.

• External uPVC cladding installation - It’s not a surprise that external uPVC cladding has become popular in the past few years. It’s more affordable than most materials while providing durability and weather resistance. It’s low maintenance, and most brands don’t fade quickly despite prolonged exposure to heat and rain. uPVC comes in a variety of colours.

• External wall tile cladding - Having a contractor tile your outdoor walls and columns can give the exterior of your property a more finished look. There are many external wall tiles that you can use for this option, such as stone, ceramic or glass. It’s best to ask your Tasker if the material you chose is rated for exterior use before purchasing. The wrong tiles can result in a more expensive renovation or repair project in the future. Choose those that are frostproof if you’re in a cold area and water repellent if you experience many rains.

• Concrete cladding - Having concrete cladding panels over the exterior walls of your property can improve the building’s robustness and resilience to wind, rain, snow, sun and dust. This can be used for homes, stores, offices, leisure facilities, hospitals, schools and other buildings. The price range is wide and dependent on the size of the improvement on the real estate. Maintenance is also easier, with only regular cleaning and the occasional wall painting to touch up the faded coat required. 

• Timber cladding installation - Having timber cladding installed is a classic choice among many property owners. Despite the cost, the overall aesthetic and valuable benefits still make it worth the spend. Replacing old cladding with fresh wood will breathe new life into your home. It can also upgrade the value of your property. The wood exterior can increase the longevity and durability of windows and doors without sacrificing the look of your facade. Taskers can also help you with repainting or restaining your existing wood cladding.

Cladding outdoors is not limited to walls; there are other services you can avail of on Airtasker.

• Roof cladding installation - Because your roof is exposed to the sun, rain, snow, winds, dust, and other external elements, it can deteriorate fast if no suitable cladding is done. You can choose to use metal sheets, concrete tiles, terracotta tiles or slate cladding. While your Tasker may provide you with better insight, picking the material will ultimately be up to you. You can choose one that best fits your property’s architectural structure, your budget and the level of protection needed. Meanwhile, your Tasker will ensure that the material is installed correctly with enough ventilation for your roofing.

• Cladding consultancy - Hiring a building consultant to check your cladding is an intelligent decision. You will be able to get expert, impartial advice. It’s also possible to hire one even before starting your project. An expert can explain what you need, from curtain walling and glass and glazing to roofing. This is also an excellent investment if you intend to use your property as a commercial space. The facade can boost rental rates and attract more customers.

There are so many other options for outdoor cladding. So put up a task now, and get expert advice and quotations from Taskers in your area.