What to look for
- Experience with your siding material
- Liability insurance
- Certification from the siding maker, if offered
- A written labor warranty
- Photos of finished homes
Questions to ask before you hire
- Does the price include removing the old siding?
- Will you add or replace house wrap?
- How will you handle rotted sheathing you find?
- Are soffit, fascia and trim included?
- Does your installation keep the manufacturer's warranty valid?
Getting and comparing quotes
Give each contractor the same material, color line and areas of the house. Ask how they'll price rot repair found after the old siding comes off, since that's a common surprise.
Red flags
- Won't name the siding brand or product line
- Skips house wrap
- Door-to-door storm deals with pressure to sign
- Large deposit before materials are ordered