How to Choose Aluminum Siding

When it comes to buying siding, homeowners want quality options, such as aluminum siding. It lasts a long time and looks similar to vinyl or wood siding. Before purchasing aluminum siding, however, you must consider a few factors. Simply follow these guidelines and you can make an intelligent choice about aluminum siding.

Instructions

Instructions

1. Determine your local or county building codes. Some neighborhoods or cities dictate the type of facade you can put on your home. In New Mexico or Arizona, the facade must match the native landscape. Make certain that aluminum siding satisfies your local codes.

2. Select a color. Pick a color you will enjoy for years to come. If you think you might eventually want to change colors, select a light shade of siding over which you can paint. If you choose not to paint, select a conservative color, as opposed to a dark green or blue that might seem trendy years later.

3. Determine if you can install the siding yourself. Aluminum siding installation requires carpentry experience, as well as proficiency and care. If you dent the material, you will waste a complete section of siding. If you nail the siding too firmly to our home, it will pull free years later. If you don't have the skills and patience to install it yourself, hire a contractor.

4. Deal with a reputable retailer. Make sure the retailer stands behind his product and provides a reasonable warranty of 10 to 20 years. He should deliver the product on time and in the correct quantities. Verify that he can install the product on time and with care. Finally, always ask for references.

5. Match the cost to your budget. Aluminum siding costs $3.00 to $5.00 per square foot. For a 2,000 square foot house, it would cost $6,000 to $10,000

References

• House Logig: "Siding: A Guide to the Options"
• Service Magic: "Aluminum Siding: An Industry Favorite"
• First Vinyl Siding: "Exterior Wood or Aluminum House Siding May be Viable Options to Vinyl"