Types of House Siding

Purpose of the Site.  Comparing the different types of house sidings

• Created by retired home improvement contractors with deep industry experience.
• Designed to help homeowners choose the ideal siding for their home by offering real-world advice and insights.

Why Siding Matters

Why Siding Matters. 

The reason that siding matters is that it is the first thing people see when they drive by your house. It creates an image of what people think about your home.

• Curb Appeal:  Your siding is the first thing people notice, it makes or breaks a home's exterior vibe. 
• Weather Protection: Acts as a shield aainst rain, snow, wind, heat, and even hurricanes. 
• Energy Efficiency: Siding helps reduce energy bills by adding a thermal barrier.
• Resale Value: Quality home siding increases property value and buyer appeal.

What To Look For in a Siding

What to Look For In A Siding

Elevate Your Home's Exterior with a Sididng that Lasts. Whether you're updating a beloved family home or building your dream house, choosing he right siding is more than just curb appeal-it's an investment in comofrt durability, and energy efficiency.

• Durability:  Handles your local climae like a champ. 
• Low Maintenance: Easy to clean and care for. Say goodby to painting, cracking or warping.
• Energy Efficient Materials:  Reduce enegy bills, and enjoy year-round-comfort, and save money.
• Style Options: Textures, lengths, thicknesses, and colors. Endless options out there.
• Cost:  Your budget considerations. How much do you want to spend? 
• Know how much money you want to spend first, then you can shop the best home siding products within your range.

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What is the Best House Siding?

What is the Best House Siding?

Depends on your location, climate, budget, and maintenance preferences.

• vinyl siding is versatile and budget-friendly.
• Hardie Board and engineered wood siding are better for durability and weather resistance.
• There's no one-size-fits-all.
• Best is home siding that suits your home's needs,

• makes your house look fresh and brand new. 
• Updated and modern. 
• Freshly painted and well maintained,
• And fits your Budget.

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Most Popular Types of House Siding

Here are the most common and popular types of house siding. Each one has its own merits. Each one has characteristics unique to the material that it is made from. Each is designed for use in specific areas and locations. 

Most popular types of house siding.

James Hardie Siding

Cement Board Siding 

Concrete Board Siding

Wood Siding 

Engineered Wood 

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James Hardie Siding

James Hardie Siding, or sometimes just Hardie Board Siding, is a type of fiber cement siding, made from a mixture of cement, sand, and cellulose fibers. A dense, durable material that is designed to resist rot, insect damage, and fire. Holds up exceptionally well under extreme weather conditions includiing heavy rain, high winds, and even hurricanes.

Hardie  Board siding comes in all the most popular profile types. Can be painted any color. 

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Cement Board Siding

Cement board siding is a composite material made from Portland cement, sand, and natural fibers like cellulose.

Also known as Fiber Cement Board, cement Fiber Siding, and Hardie Board Siding.

Significantly stronger than vinyl siding, providing a tough alternative suitable for harsh weather areas such as coastal areas. It resembles real wood siding but offers greater strength and durability.

Installed similarly to real wood siding, with long narrow boards nailed onto the house. It comes in rich textures, from deep wood grains to smooth finishes, providing a realistic look.

Priced several times higher than vinyl sidings. Cost, $3 to $15 per square installed.

For more information on Concrete Board Siding    Click Here

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Clapboard Siding is the number one selling home siding in the US.
Classic look, long narrow planks running horizontally across the house.

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Clapboard Siding or Horizontal Siding comes in all the most popular types of house siding,

• Wood 
• Hardie Board
• Engineered Wood
• Vinyl 

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Vinyl Siding

#1 selling home siding.

Vinyl siding is the most popular home siding in the US because it comes in so many distinctive styles, textures, thicknesses, prices, and colors. It is the most affordable siding option also. It is one of the easier sidings to apply. It can be installed over many different existing homes.

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Vinyl siding is tough, lightweight and comes in a ton of exciting colors. It can be in most cases installed over the existing materials. This makes it affordable and easy on the budget.

Cost of Vinyl Siding

The cost of vinyl siding runs from around $3 to $15 depending on the grade, and thickness. Then the additional amount of labor it takes to make your house ready for installation. 

Contractors will replace or repair damaged existing wood around your house.

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Engineered Wood Siding

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Engineered wood siding is wood strand technology that offers superior protection against hail, wind, moisture, fungal decay, and termites.

Looks just like wood. Only stronger and less maintenance. Great for coastal areas. 

These siding products are designed to withstand high winds and prolonged exposure to moisture.

To see more information on LP Engineered Wood Siding,  Click Here.

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Fiber Cement Siding

Fiber Cement Siding

Installing new Fiber cement siding on your home may be one of the best investments you can make. Prices of homes are going up dramatically everywhere, replacing the exterior siding may be the answer for you. A brand-new look for a fraction of the cost of building a new house.

It can be molded to mimic wood, clapboard, and even shingles. It looks just like real wood, only more durable. 

Fiber cement siding resists expanding and contracting with changes in humidity and temperatures. It is fire resistant; termite-proof and it won't rot.

A new siding will increase the value of your home, make it fresh and new looking again, and it will completely change the look of your house. It's like buying a new house without all the cost.

And you can install new siding on almost any house, even brick, stucco, or stone.

Cost runs in the $5 - $15 per square installed. $15,000 to $25,000 for average two story house.

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Cement Board Siding or Fiber Cement Siding gives you the look of real wood siding without all the maintenance costs that come along with real wood siding. Fiber cement siding will not rot, or warp like real wood siding. Termites don't like it, and it comes in all the popular styles and textures.

It is a great choice for high wind areas and coastal regions, especially like Florida.

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Vinyl Cedar Shake Siding

Vinyl Cedar Shake Siding is perfect for the natural look of the outdoors. Looks just like real cedar shakes but without all the maintenance and upkeep of real wood shakes. And it is much less expensive.

It comes in many assorted styles, textures, and colors. Doesn't rot or warp, and it resists termites and other insects. 

For more information on Vinyl Cedar Shake Siding    Click Here

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What Is the Best Home Siding?

What is the best home siding?

Vinyl Siding, Hardie Board, or one of the other wood like products like 'concrete board', 'fiber board' or 'engineered wood'?

Siding comes in many distinctive styles now, and in every price range. Some siding can withstand hurricane force winds, and some can help save on your energy bills in the harsh winter months.

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There is no best home siding because every house is different and location, neighborhood, weather, and budget must fit into the equation. What is best for someone who lives on the coast with intense winds and high moisture will be different from someone who is in the Mid-West suburbs where harsh winter winds and snow are a factor.

In general, vinyl siding is the most popular home siding in the U.S. Vinyl siding comes in many diverse types, styles, colors, patterns and will fit any budget from economy to premium brands. People who need more durability may want to investigate concrete boards such as Hardie Board or engineered wood that are stronger than vinyl and can withstand strong, harsh weather and even hurricanes.

How Much Does Siding Cost?

Vinyl Siding Cost is around $3 a square foot to around $15 per sq ft. 

Wood Siding Cost is around $6 to $12 per sq ft plus instalation.

Fiber Cement and Concrete Board siding is around $5 to $10 plus instalation.

How much does siding cost? This is a very difficult question to answer. Each house is different, some houses are two or three stories high, some houses have a lot of rotten wood around doors and windows, and soffit and facia rot.

All these kinds of problems must be addressed before the contractor can start the project. 

The cost of the actual siding is only a component of the actual price you will pay to have new siding installed on your house. 

Hardie Board Cost

Hardie Board Siding is much heavier than vinyl siding and requires professional installation. It is more difficult to install and therefore a bit more expensive. There are several factors that must be included when setting up a budget for this type of siding material. How big your house is the first consideration, which will determine how much siding you will need. Second is how high your house is, is it a one story or two or more stories? If your house is more than one story high the contractor will have to erect scaffolding to reach the second + stories. This will certainly increase the amount of labor the installation contractor will have to charge you.

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Learn more about Vinyl Siding and how it outperforms most other home siding materials.

Click here to go to:  Vinyl Siding Institute

Vinyl Siding Cost

What does vinyl siding cost?  Vinyl Siding comes in several different price categories,

• economy grade,
• builder grade and,
• premium grades. 
• It also comes in insulated and non-insulated panels.

Example: 1,000 sq ft one story ranch house

Economy Brand Siding 

$3,000 - $4,000   Good Deal

$4,500 - $5,500   Industry Average

$6,000 - $7,000   High End

Builder Grade Siding

$4,500 - $5,500      Good Deal

$5,500 - $6,500      Industry Average

$7,500 - +              High End

Premium Grade Siding 

$7,500 - $9,500       Good Deal

$8,000 - $10,000     Industry Average

$9,500 - 12,000      High End

Remember that the actual cost to install any type or style of home siding is dependent on how big your house is, what shape the exterior is in, how much labor is required to 'make the house ready' for the siding. 

All these factors can dramatically increase the actual cost of installing the new siding.

How to compare costs. 

When you compare different home siding materials, including not only the initial purchase price of the siding but also look at the long-term maintenance and repair expenses. 

Keep in mind that while some materials may have a higher up-front cost, they could offer savings over many years due to their durability and low maintenance requirements.

To learn more about the costs associated with installing new siding on your house, Click Here