Choosing the right siding for home can be a difficult and often confusing process. Once the siding is up, it’s up, so planning what type of siding you want, what material, choosing the right contractor, the right time of year to do the project, doing independent research etc. It’s not a project to do lightly, because the type of siding you choose can have a long lasting impact on your home and its value.

That’s why we decided to put a list together of the most common questions homeowners have when thinking about or planning their house siding project. The more you know about what to expect when doing your siding project for your home, the better. The contractor you choose to help will always be happier to work with a fully-informed homeowner, and asking the right questions before, during, and after your house siding project is complete, the better the experience will be for everyone involved.

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What Type of House Siding is Best?

Four house siding, most homes in Colorado use either Vinyl Siding or Wood Siding. Where Vinyl Siding will last between 20-30 years (under warranty), Wood Siding can sometimes last 50 or more years.

What is the Average Cost of Siding a House?

On average, you should be prepared for a cost around $12 per square foot, though the cost could be as low as $2 or as high as $50. That’s a wide range, though it also includes all the siding options (vinyl or wood, brick, stone and metal, etc.). The current climate could mean issues sourcing the material, though quality contractors will have planned ahead so you may not pay an additional premium for sourcing your house siding of choice.

What Siding Lasts Longest?

Vinyl siding can last 60+ years, with 20-30 of those years may be under warranty, though a number of factors should come into play in your decision. For example, you’ll want to get familiar with your HOA restrictions, the look and feel of other homes in your area, etc.

What’s Siding on a House?

Siding is what we call the material used to protect your house from the outside elements. There are many different types of material used (vinyl, wood, brick, metal, stucco, etc.) though two of the most common materials used for house siding in Colorado are vinyl and wood.

As a Coloradan, the best way to look at siding is like your house’s shell, up and over your base layer. You definitely don’t want the elements to hit your base layer, so making the right siding choice for you house is important.

Is Vinyl Siding Better Than Wood?

This is a great question. The main benefits of vinyl siding over wood siding are the cost (vinyl tends to be cheaper) and lifespan (vinyl siding is long lasting – sometimes over 40 years). However, there is something to be said for the classic look of wood siding.

How Much Does Whole House Siding Cost?

The average is $12 per square foot, though the truth is a siding estimate can vary depending on the material used (vinyl, wood, brick, etc.) and the nuances of your home. If you’re looking for a free house siding estimate, click here.