The VSI Product Certification Program is an independent, third-party certification Program with Intertek the ISO/IEC 17065 accredited certification body. Approved products are authorized to utilize the program’s certification mark. End-users can feel comfortable and confident when specifying or purchasing certified product because the VSI Certification Mark confirms that the product meets industry standards.
Each VSI deliverable is issued with VSI’s Certification Mark; this mark represents to code officials and others in the industry that the covered product(s) meet the relevant code requirements through comprehensive testing, review of quality control procedures, evaluation and ongoing verification of product compliance.
A Certification Mark, or Mark of Conformity, reflects acceptance of a product that has been verified for compliance. VSI’s Certification Mark is an example of a mark of conformity.
This is a published authoritative document which compiles relevant code information into a comprehensive technical report to convey how a product(s) complies with recognized standards and requirements of building codes.
In general, vinyl siding is not limited in residential construction, although in certain instances like high density construction, vinyl siding must meet certain fire performance test requirements.
The International Building Code (IBC) regulates these types of buildings, and allows vinyl siding use with commercial constructions with certain limits.
Vinyl siding proves to be one of the best values on the market year after year. In fact, lifetime value and easy maintenance help rank vinyl siding among the highest returns on investment for remodeling projects.
Yes, vinyl siding–because of its resource efficiency–has one of the lowest carbon footprints for claddings.
Yes. PEPA’s Architectural Polymers: Best Practices For Architectural Specification guide allows for free download of architectural product profile drawings.
Yes, get involved! By sharing your situation, we can help to ensure that everyone has a choice when it comes to specifying home siding products.
