Metal siding can be made from aluminum, steel, copper or zinc.

It depends on the size of the house and the material you choose. Some can be done in as few as two days. Others will take up to two weeks.

Insulated siding is vinyl siding permanently attached to rigid foam insulation. This one step process helps reduce energy costs.

Remove anything from the interior walls that could fall and break. Trim any shrubbery that is close to the house to make it easier for the installation crew to work and remove anything from the exterior of the house your plan to preserve.

Metal siding is fire and pest resistant and will never rot. It is versatile in color and application.

Fiber cement siding is a mixture of Portland cement, wood pulp and water. It has all the benefits of cement, but can look like nearly any siding finish or color you prefer. It requires little upkeep, is energy efficient and durable and last 30-50 years.

20-40 years depending on your climate and the quality of the siding.

Every 2-5 years, you will need to repaint or stain your wood siding.