Why ROI on Stone Veneers Is So High

Has a challenging real estate market got you embracing reno ideas instead of relocating plans? Looking for the best renovation strategy for leveling up your overall property value? Thinking about transforming your home with stone veneer exterior siding?

One of the most important things to keep in mind when you’re planning a home reno is ROI. Why? Because every dollar you invest in the beauty, comfort and functionality of your home should come back to you in the form of higher resale value.

But not all reno projects deliver the same ROI! The stone-cold experts at Casa di Sassi have helped countless homeowners improve their house’s aesthetics while gaining maximum home renovation return on investment.

Let’s dig into the basics of ROI calculation, the wisdom beyond strategic yet simple renovations and the many ways a professional stone veneer installation can elevate both your family’s everyday experience and the return on your reno investment.

Home Renovation and Return on Investment

The big question we hear frequently from homeowners is this: Is quality stone veneer worth the investment? Our short answer is a resounding Yes! But don’t just take our word for it – there’s some simple math that makes calculating ROI a breeze!

Calculating ROI

The simplest way to calculate a home renovation return on investment is to divide the income from the investment by the total cost of the original investment, then multiply by 100 to express it as a percentage. Of course, it’s easier to see that one-to-one ratio with something like a second-hand chair you refurbish and sell on Etsy than it is with the complex sale of an entire house and property. But the math remains the same. A basic ROI calculation looks like this:

Net Income ÷ Cost of Investment x 100 = ROI

Let’s take that second-hand chair as an example. Say you bought it at a garage sale for $10. After sanding, painting and revitalizing it, your total investment comes to $20. An Etsy buyer pays you $50 for it – and comes to pick it up, so there’s no shipping fee. Here’s how the ROI looks:

50 ÷ 20 x 100 = 250

Your ROI on that chair is 250% – meaning you recouped two and a half times your investment in the sale. Nice! Now you can use that equation to get an idea of the home renovation return on investment you can expect with stone veneer options!

Replacing Vinyl Siding With Stone Veneer = Big ROI

Your home’s facade makes a first and lasting impression. It sets the tone for every visit, whether it’s a big family gathering or a neighbor dropping by to say hello. Investing in a change to that facade is a big deal – but choosing stone exterior siding over other options can deliver big ROI.

What Is Stone Veneer?

Manufactured stone veneer – aka faux stone – is a lightweight and durable decorative product that delivers the appearance and texture of stones found in nature. It’s made by mixing concrete with aggregates to keep it light and mineral oxides to add color. This mixture is poured into meticulously designed rubber stone molds and allowed to cure.

Our designers craft a variety of stone veneer options to accommodate a wide range of aesthetic preferences, from rustic and rugged to fresh and modern to clean and contemporary.

The Appeal of Manufactured Stone Veneer

A big part of the appeal of exterior stone veneer is how it dovetails with today’s home trends of finding inspiration in color and texture. Another is the way it virtually locks in a high home renovation return on investment.

But the attractive qualities of stone veneer siding go deeper than its handsome appearance:

Cost Vs. Value Report

Numbers don’t lie. Zonda’s 36th annual Cost vs. Value report confirms that adding manufactured stone veneer to a home delivers the third highest ROI of any renovation – right behind upgrading HVAC systems and replacing the garage door. In fact, this national housing industry data-cruncher developed a renovation return on investment chart that reveals an average 102% ROI on stone veneer home exterior projects!

Instant Curb Appeal

One reason those ROI numbers are so high is curb appeal. That’s the attraction potential buyers feel when they first see a house from the street. Replacing vinyl siding with stone veneer to increase curb appeal makes sense because it delivers an instant “wow” factor. Well-chosen stone exterior siding makes a home look statelier, sturdier and far more luxurious than many other siding products.

Cost-Effective Installation

Love the look of natural stones or kilned bricks? Not crazy about the high cost of transporting them and hiring masons to install them? Get the same high-end look for a lot less, thanks to the manufactured stone veneer pricing advantage. Our products cost less to ship because they weigh far less than natural stones, and a stone veneer installation takes a fraction of the time it would take to lay a brick or stone wall – making the entire reno process much more cost-effective.

Versatile Design Options

Because stone exterior siding is lightweight and easy to install, you can achieve soaring, sweeping designs that would never be possible – or affordable – with natural stones. Want to create the look of a stone cottage by covering your home’s entire exterior in rugged stone veneer? Go ahead! How about Italian architecture with stone veneer materials on arches and columns around your house? Si! Certo! From beautifying retaining walls to integrating your garage and house to transforming your humble abode into a castle, you’ve got nearly limitless stone veneer options for versatile and creative designs.

Low Maintenance

Many exterior siding options require regular maintenance, cleaning or painting to stay looking good through the years. But you’ll be pleasantly surprised when you learn how to clean manufactured stone veneer! It typically requires no more than a quick spray with a garden hose to remove general dirt and debris. That’s it! So long as it is properly installed, stone exterior siding is designed to retain its rich, natural appearance for the long haul – which is why we cover it with a 50-year warranty that transfers to the next owners of your home. And that fact alone delivers robust, tangible home renovation return on investment!

Casa di Sassi Stone Veneer Options

Ready to dig into serious ROI by planning, ordering and installing your exterior stone veneer project? We can hardly wait to see what you’ll dream up with our authentic and versatile profiles! It’s easy to find a Casa di Sassi distributor in your neck of the woods – and these knowledgeable pros can hook you up with seasoned installers who know how to make your project seamless and gorgeous. Plus, our new manufacturing capabilities have increased our production, so you’ll be assured of ample supplies for going big with your stone exterior siding.

Contact us if you need help selecting the perfect stone veneer option for your home. Here’s to a hefty home renovation return on investment with the beauty, authenticity and durability of Casa di Sassi.