Which Home Siding Is Best?

If it’s time to replace the siding on your home in the Poynette, Wisconsin, area, you’re probably wondering which of the many available siding options would be the best one to install. Of course, there are a number of factors that go into deciding which material is “best,” such as price, appearance, and maintenance to name a few. For starters, vinyl siding is the most cost-effective, has good waterproofing qualities, and is available in a virtually limitless array of colors. No wonder it’s the most popular siding on American homes.

The next step up is metal siding, such as aluminum or steel, or composite siding, such as fiber cement. While both of these types of siding will cost a bit more than vinyl, they are rated to last between 35 and 50 years, whereas vinyl has a shorter lifespan of 20-30 years. Color options for metal siding and fiber cement are not quite as plentiful as vinyl, but you’ll still have options to choose from.

Next up are wood siding and stucco, both of which are beautiful options for more high-end homes. While wood is not quite as weatherproof as vinyl, metal, or composite siding, it offers a classic elegance that engineered materials can’t compete with. Stucco, likewise, is most commonly sought after for the “old world” aesthetic it imparts. Wood and stucco will both cost a pretty penny, but as each can last more than 50 years, a larger initial investment, when spread over more than a half-century, doesn’t seem that bad.

On top of the heap, we have natural stone siding and faux stone siding, both of which are incredibly durable. Natural stone is rated to last more than 75 years while faux stone comes in at around 50 years. There are a fair amount of options when it comes to stone siding, so cultivating a particular design aesthetic shouldn’t be a problem, but no matter which color, style, or shape of stone you choose, it could end up costing you as much as $32 per square foot – or about four times the cost of standard vinyl siding.

Partner with Frey Construction for New Home Siding

To learn more about having new siding installed at your home, contact the team at Frey Construction. For more than 20 years, we’ve been the home improvement experts that Poynette-area homeowners have trusted for all their siding needs and more. Contact us today to get started!