Exterior additions and replacements

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ECS-000685",
  "term": "Exterior additions and replacements",
  "field": "Economic statistics",
  "definition": "In the American Housing Survey, these jobs were major alterations or improvements in the last two years, such as roofing, siding, and doors and windows.\n\nRoofing. This includes the replacement of the entire roof or at least most of it. Anything less, such as the repair of a hole or leak, or the replacement of a small section, would be considered maintenance. The roof may replace or be installed over the old roofing materials.\n\nSiding. This includes all types of siding that can be added to the outside of the building. Examples include aluminum, vinyl, fiber, cement or wood siding, or redwood siding, as well as other materials, such as shingles, various facades that look like brick or masonry, stucco, and the like. Excludes the trim, soffits, and fascia, if those were the only areas that were covered.\n\nDoors or windows. This includes adding or replacing windows and skylights, or interior or exterior doors. Includes upgrades for windows and doors (e.g., changing from regular, double hung door to French doors or ordinary windows to picture windows). Also includes the replacement of worn out storm doors, windows or screens. Excludes seasonal installation of storm doors, windows, or screens. Patching or repairing screens or replacing window panes is included under routine maintenance.",
  "see_also": [
    "Home improvement"
  ],
  "references": [
    "U.S. Census Bureau Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/economic-statistics/exterior-additions-and-replacements/"
}