Madison, WI · Siding replacement

Insulated vinyl siding in Madison

With insulated siding, foam sits between the siding and the sheathing. The wall loses less heat through its studs and passes less sound.

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House with blue siding in winter, snow on the lawn

How it is done

Insulated vinyl, with the foam backer built in.
Rigid foam over the sheathing first, then the siding over it.

Ask the contractor

Which product, and what its R-value is.
How the trim around windows and doors deals with the extra thickness.
Whether new house wrap is part of the job.

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Vinyl siding

Low upkeep and the lowest cost of the usual choices; the standard the others are priced against.

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Fiber cement (Hardie)

Fiber cement board, Hardie or an equivalent, heavier than vinyl and finished with paint.

Engineered wood (LP SmartSide)

Wood-look lap and panel siding in engineered wood, LP SmartSide being the common one.

Before you call

Common questions

Vinyl, fiber cement or engineered wood: which is right?

Start with budget: vinyl is the least expensive, fiber cement the most, engineered wood in the middle. Fiber cement is heavier and needs a painted finish. NAHB's lifespan study rates all three to last as long as the house, so looks and upkeep usually decide. Ask for every warranty in writing.

Do I need a permit for siding in Madison?

Ask the contractor to confirm with the city. Rules can differ between a straight re-side and a job that also changes insulation, sheathing or windows, and the quote should state whether a permit is included.

What about storm damage and insurance?

Homeowner's policies often cover hail and wind damage, less the deductible; purely cosmetic damage may not qualify and wording varies. Because the adjuster relies on the contractor's estimate, claim experience matters.

How long does it take?

It varies with the house, the material and the weather, since siding waits for dry days. Get the schedule in the quote.

Step one

Get a written quote

Tell us about the house, and a licensed siding contractor working in Madison will contact you about a visit. Quotes are written after the walls have been seen and measured, not guessed over the phone.

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The quote is itemised and written
You hear from one contractor

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