The Reasons To Use Clay Brick
Clay brick is a great material to use when building most anything because it is low maintenance, saves energy, reduces insurance costs, increases resale values, absorbs exterior noise and provides protection from fire, wind and hail. Professionals in the industry will tell you that brick is the best choice to use on the exterior of your home.
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They say that clay brick is proven to withstand the test of time. As mentioned before, it can sustain outdoor weather elements and is energy efficient. Brick color will not fade over time like a painted home. It requires little maintenance over a long period of time and always looks amazing at any age. This makes it the perfect recyclable material to reuse on new builds.
Many people think that a four sided brick home is out of their price range, but this might not be the case. **The national average construction cost of a four-sided clay brick home is 23% cheaper than stone and 6% cheaper than stucco.** Brick homes will last for decades while stucco homes will last but not as long.
You will not only save on the construction of your home, but also on your utilities. Brick siding will help with saving energy by 26% more than a fiber cement, vinyl or stucco sided home. Not only is it 100% recyclable but is made from natural materials that can be found everywhere on earth.
If you do have a fire at your home, a brick home stands up against a fire better than many other building materials. On average, clay brick provides fire protection for 1.5 hours, whereas stucco and vinyl won’t even last 30 minutes. During a hurricane or tornado, brick holds up best during storms and wind.
Brick is not only one of the best looks for the exterior of a home, but it also has tons of benefits. You will save on your utility bills, you won’t have to replace it anytime soon because the color does not fade and it requires very little maintenance over time.
