Choose the right Exterior Siding for Your Home

You're building a new home or remodeling. What materials should you use? Learn which materials provide the most protection during storms, which are the easiest to maintain, and which are the most economical.

Top Ten Exterior Siding Options

Nothing will impact the appearance of your home more dramatically than the type of siding you choose. As you shop for exterior siding, look for a material that compliments the style of your house and also fits your lifestyle. Listed here are the most popular types of home exterior siding, with links for more information.

HardiPlank and HardiPanel: Fiber Cement Siding

HardiPlank and HardiPanel are brand names for fiber cement siding manufactured by James Hardie Building Products. Learn more about this durable & popular siding material. More information

Concrete Homes Withstand Storms

Homes made of concrete are much more storm-resistant than houses constructed of wood and steel. And here's why.

What You Need To Know About Vinyl Siding

Before you install vinyl siding over wood clapboard or cedar type shingles, consider these important factors first.

Stucco

Traditional stucco is a cement mixture used for siding. Many homes built after the 1950s used a variety of synthetic materials that resemble stucco. Here are the facts about stucco and mock or fake stucco, with more information about stucco repairs. More info