Local siding contractors know first-hand: Deciding on the perfect siding for your home is a tough decision. With all the different types out there, it’s tough to know which type of siding to choose. While aluminum siding contractors would say otherwise, as always, we highly recommend vinyl siding. Vinyl siding is virtually maintenance free, you don’t have to paint it, and it adds character and value to your home! While thick & expensive aluminum siding can keep insects out, circulate the home well, and is recyclable; there are many draw backs to this type of siding. Let’s review.

First and foremost, Aluminum siding is extremely susceptible to hail damage. While hail damage repair can be covered by your homeowner’s insurance, replacing just a single or even a few sections of aluminum siding is a hassle as matching existing colors is near impossible. Aluminum siding contractors all know: Colors baked onto aluminum siding fades over time preventing an easy color matching process. Aluminum also becomes chalky and dull due to exposure to the other elements. Beyond the dents you get from hail, aluminum siding is also easily scratched.

Aesthetically, aluminum siding is like nails on a chalkboard to some. Up-close it can look dull and, during high winds & on extremely hot days, aluminum tends to be noisy.  The metal expanding and contracting makes noise and to some homeowners this simply won’t do. On the same token, aluminum siding tends to become disfigured over time. While a good aluminum siding contractor will tell you it can last up to 35 years, they don’t factor in disfiguration which can bring the lifespan of your home’s siding down considerably.

In the state of Illinois, these problems tend to be more heightened as we are a high wind and heavy hail state. Again, as trusted local siding contractors, we just felt it in your best interest to know: We always recommend a Vinyl Siding upgrade whenever possible.

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