Tim,
Many contractors in this area are not in the general practice of wrapping the house with a Tyvek-type wrap prior to installing the vinyl siding. To me it makes common sense to wrap before the vinyl. What is your take on this ordeal?
Sincerely,
William A. Benzel
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William,
You bet it makes sense! You always want a water repellent membrane under any exterior skin of a home. Believe it or not old fashioned tar paper is an excellent material to place behind vinyl siding or many other finishes such as wood siding, brick, stone, fiber cement, etc. The house wraps go on faster and look better, but I would not hesitate to use tar paper if it was my only option.
Tim
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