Eicher's Pro Vinyl is a family-owned exterior remodeling company serving Savannah, GA homeowners since 1998, with every installation completed by our own employees, never subcontractors. Savannah's climate averages 45.9 inches of rain per year, carries a "Very Heavy" termite risk rating, and sits in a moderate hurricane exposure zone, meaning the materials and workmanship protecting your home need to be chosen carefully. We have spent 27 years learning exactly what holds up along the Georgia coast, and we back every project with a 5-year workmanship warranty plus manufacturer warranties on materials.
Why Savannah's Climate Makes Exterior Materials Matter
Savannah sits in Chatham County on Georgia’s Atlantic coast, and the weather here is not forgiving to a poorly built exterior. The city averages 45.9 inches of rainfall per year, summer highs reach 88.8 degrees, and the area logs 2,690 cooling degree days annually. Add in moderate hurricane exposure, 7 heavy-rain days per year, and winds that gust to 46.3 mph, and you have a combination that can shorten the life of wood siding, worn-out windows, and aging roofing in a hurry.
The termite situation deserves its own mention. Savannah carries a “Very Heavy” termite risk rating, which is the highest classification used by entomologists. Any wood component on the exterior of your home, from porch framing to window trim, is under constant pressure from subterranean and Formosan termite populations that are active nearly year-round in this climate. Choosing vinyl siding, vinyl windows, and metal roofing over wood-based alternatives is one of the most practical decisions a Savannah homeowner can make.
Savannah’s high tree canopy is part of what makes this city beautiful, but those live oaks and Spanish moss-draped branches mean gutters fill fast, debris loads on roofs are heavy, and moisture stays trapped against surfaces longer. Seamless gutters, properly sized and pitched, are not optional here; they are essential maintenance infrastructure.
Older Homes Across Savannah Need Focused Attention
The median home in Savannah was built around 1984, meaning a large share of the housing stock is now 40 or more years old. Windows from that era were typically single-pane or early double-pane units with aluminum frames, neither of which performs well against Savannah’s heat load or driving rain. Replacing them with modern vinyl windows improves comfort, reduces energy bills driven by those 2,690 cooling degree days, and removes a common moisture entry point.
Siding from the 1980s is similarly due for replacement. Original vinyl from that period has become brittle and faded, and wood or hardboard siding installed before modern moisture barriers were standard is a frequent termite entry point. Today’s vinyl siding profiles are thicker, carry impact ratings appropriate for this region, and do not give termites the foothold that wood does.
With a homeownership rate of 56.5 percent across Chatham County and a median home value of $214,900, most Savannah homeowners are protecting a meaningful financial asset. The projects we install, from metal roofing to screen rooms to wooden decks built with pressure-treated lumber, are designed to extend the useful life of that asset, not just improve its appearance. We also offer 100% financing with no money down, including 5-, 7-, and 10-year terms and a 1-year same-as-cash option, so the cost of a necessary project does not have to come all at once.
Your Savannah home deserves materials that handle coastal Georgia weather.
Outdoor Living in Savannah Needs the Right Structure
Savannah’s warm climate makes outdoor living genuinely appealing for most of the year, but 185 mosquito days annually and afternoon thunderstorm patterns change how that outdoor space needs to be built. A screen room or vinyl glazed enclosure converts a porch or patio into a usable space even when the insects are out and the afternoon rains roll in off the coast. Sunrooms take that a step further, providing a conditioned or semi-conditioned room that captures natural light without the heat gain of an unprotected glass addition.
Patio covers and carports serve a more practical function in this climate. Parking a vehicle under a quality aluminum or steel carport reduces sun and rain exposure significantly. A well-designed patio cover extends the functional life of outdoor furniture and grilling areas that would otherwise take a beating from Savannah’s combination of UV intensity and heavy seasonal rain.
Wooden decks and porches remain popular in Savannah, particularly in historic neighborhoods and on properties with mature tree canopy. When we build them, we use pressure-treated lumber appropriate for the local ground-contact and termite conditions, and we treat every connection point and ledger board as a potential moisture entry point. The goal is a structure that looks right for the neighborhood and holds up for decades.
Free estimates, no pressure, and employees who show up and finish the job.
Serving Savannah and the Surrounding Chatham County Communities
Our crews work throughout Savannah and the communities that surround it. If you are on Wilmington Island (about 8.8 miles out), on Whitemarsh Island, over in Isle of Hope, or in communities like Thunderbolt, Garden City, Port Wentworth, or Talahi Island, we come to you. Free in-home estimates mean there is no cost to find out exactly what a project will take, and no sales pressure means you will not be pushed toward a decision before you are ready.
We are licensed and insured in Georgia, and our showrooms in Jesup and Brunswick give Savannah-area homeowners a chance to see product samples in person before committing. Military families and senior citizens receive dedicated discounts on every project. Every installation is handled by Eicher’s employees, not crews hired off a subcontractor list, which is how we have maintained a consistent standard of workmanship across 27 years and thousands of projects in coastal Georgia.
Services We Offer in Savannah
Given Savannah's combination of heavy rainfall, extreme termite pressure, hurricane exposure, and a large stock of homes built before 1990, every service below addresses a real and specific need that Chatham County homeowners face. Follow any link to learn more about that service, what products we use, and what the process looks like from estimate to completion.
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Expert Window Replacement ServicesView details →Frequently Asked Questions
How does Savannah, GA's climate affect which siding or roofing I should choose for my home?
Savannah averages 45.9 inches of rain per year, summer highs near 89 degrees, and sits in a moderate hurricane exposure zone. That combination accelerates the breakdown of wood and fiber-cement products and stresses older roofing materials. Vinyl siding resists moisture intrusion and does not give termites, which are rated "Very Heavy" in this area, the foothold that wood does. Metal roofing handles wind, rain, and UV load far better than standard asphalt shingles in a coastal Georgia climate.
Are termites really a big problem for Savannah, GA homeowners considering exterior remodeling?
Savannah carries the highest termite risk classification, "Very Heavy," used by pest and building professionals. Subterranean and Formosan termites are active nearly year-round here, and any untreated wood on your home's exterior, including window frames, porch posts, and siding substrates, is a target. When we replace windows, siding, or build decks and porches, we use materials and methods that reduce wood exposure and moisture trapping, which are the two conditions termites depend on most.
What kind of outdoor room or porch enclosure makes sense for a home in Savannah, GA?
With 185 mosquito days per year in Savannah, an open porch loses a lot of its appeal from late spring through fall. A screen room solves that immediately and costs less than a full enclosure. If you want year-round use, a vinyl glazed enclosure or sunroom gives you a protected space that handles Savannah's 45.9 inches of annual rain, the summer heat load, and the occasional strong wind without becoming a maintenance burden. We size and build each project to the specific exposure of your property.
Does Eicher's Pro Vinyl offer financing for home improvement projects in Savannah, GA?
Yes. We offer 100% financing with no money down on projects in Savannah and throughout Chatham County. Terms include 5-, 7-, and 10-year plans as well as a 1-year same-as-cash option. With the median Savannah home built around 1984, many homeowners are facing several overdue exterior projects at once, and financing lets you address them properly rather than putting off work that protects a home valued at a median of $214,900 in this market. Call us at (912) 588-0061 to discuss options.
Call Eicher's Pro Vinyl at (912) 588-0061 to schedule your free in-home estimate in Savannah, GA, and let us show you what 27 years of coastal Georgia experience looks like on your home! You can also visit our showrooms in Jesup or Brunswick to see products firsthand before you decide.