Vinyl
- Inexpensive- low material and labor costs.
- Can be installed over existing materials as a retrofit siding.
- Is a quick installation because it’s easy to handle and light.
- Comes in a variety of colors and textures.
- Can resemble wood shingles, log, & stone.
- Can develop mold and dirt on the surface.
- Vulnerable to damage from high winds and extreme weather.
- Aren’t fireproof and can melt when it comes to contact with high heat
Wood
- Easy to work with and install
- Popular choice because of its natural properties
- Eco-friendly from a renewable source
- Variety of looks:
- Board
- Batten
- Shakes
- Clapboards
- Shingles
- there are
- Different wood species to choose from.
- When properly maintained, quality wood siding can last for decades.
- Relatively expensive
- Requires constant maintenance
- Susceptible to pests like termites and woodpeckers
- Susceptible to water damage and mold
Fiber Cement (aka Hardieboard)
- Low maintenance
- High Durability
- Can mimic countless looks like:
- stucco
- stone
- wood
- Easy to paint
- Comes in different finishes
- Resistant to fire
- Resistant to pests like termites
- Can last for at least 30 years
- Heavy
- Difficult to work with and install
- Labor costs more because it requires special methods and techniques
Engineered Wood
- Strong yet inexpensive material
- Comes in a variety of styles and textures
- Can come painted or ready-to-paint
- More durable than traditional wood because its a combination of wood fibers and resins
- Can have moisture issues
- Not truly tested on the market long-term
- Aren’t 100% wood so aren’t as highly valued
Brick
- Incredibly durable
- long-lasting
- Doesn’t need much maintenance
- Fire-resistant
- Resistant to mold and rot
Cons:
- Expensive
- Masonry requires its own special skill set, which can drive up installation costs
- Limited design options