| Siding Material |
Pros |
Cons |
| Brick or stone |
Beautiful
Durable
Pest-Proof
Fire resistant
Low maintenance |
Expensive
Time-consuming to install
Heavy weight
Expensive to repair |
| Stucco |
Aesthetically pleasing
Low maintenance |
Expensive
Easier to damage |
Natural Wood
(cedar, redwood, log, etc.) |
Traditional look |
Burns easily
Prone to pest infestation
Susceptible to mold
Needs a lot of maintenance
Expensive installation |
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| Plywood |
Less expensive
Fast installation |
Burns easily
Prone to pest infestation
Susceptible to mold
Needs a lot of maintenance
Not as attractive |
| Hardboard |
Less expensive
Fast installation |
Susceptible to swelling
Recent bad publicity
Burns Easily
Susceptible to termites
High maintenance required |
| Aluminum |
Light weight
Fire resistant
Low maintenance
Pest-proof
Won't chip, rot, or peel
Easy to install |
Can dent or be scratched
Unappealing aesthetics |
| Fiber Cement |
Looks just like wood
Fire resistant
Pest-proof
Will not buckle, warp |
Heavy, difficult to handle
Requires extensive painting
Sensitive to temperature changes
Expensive to install |
| Vinyl Siding |
Looks just like wood
Light weight
Many style options
Lowest maintenance
Will not rust, rot, peel or blister
Lowest cost of any material
Proven performance
Industry-driven certification program |
Extreme temperatures make it susceptible to scratches or dents
Must be installed correctly |
