The high performance, durability, and curb appeal you desire from new siding hinges on two components: the siding you choose and the contractor who installs it. Getting both of these right begins with selecting the best local siding contractor for your needs.
Replacing your siding is an investment that will pay off for years to come. By vetting contractors before hiring one, you’ll ensure that you move forward with confidence in your decision.
To find the best local siding contractor for your needs, begin by asking questions. Here are 9 to get you started:
What to Ask a Siding Contractor
It’s wise to reach out to three different contractors and carefully examine your options. You’ll learn a lot about the industry in the process, and the best fit for your needs will rise to the top.
1. Are you licensed in our state?
There are standards in each state that must be met in order to be licensed. It’s important that the contractor you hire is licensed in the state of Indiana, and is up to date on the local building codes in your region.
2. What type of insurance do you carry?
Your contractor should carry general liability insurance and worker’s compensation insurance to safeguard your property and the craftsmen installing your siding from damage and from injury.
3. Where is your office located?
Make sure the contractor you hire has an office with a local physical address. Storm chasers are usually from out of state, don’t have a local address, and leave a lot of hassles in their wake.
4. Which siding materials do you install?
Find out if they install fiber cement siding, vinyl, or wood. They may install low-maintenance James Hardie siding and cost-effective vinyl siding. If that is the case, ask about the pros and cons of each siding material.
5. What does the timeline look like for my siding installation?
Your potential contractor should give you a start date and an end date (weather permitting) for your siding installation.
6. Who are some past clients I could contact as references?
A reputable siding installation expert will be happy to provide references for you to check out. Contact 3-5 of their past clients and ask about their experience with the contractor and their satisfaction with the results. Check out online reviews and Angi for additional information.
7. What are your safety precautions during the siding removal and installation process?
Your contractor should place all the siding they remove in a bin. They should clean up your property daily upon completion of their work and tediously go over your yard with a magnet sweeper to ensure there are no nails left on it that someone could get hurt on.
8. What types of siding installations have you done in the past 6 months?
Siding installation requires a high level of expertise and precision. Get a feel for the contractor’s skill level by learning if they install your preferred siding material on a regular basis.
9. Do you do other types of home exterior remodeling?
Many homeowners appreciate the opportunity to work with a siding contractor who will also address other areas of their home exterior that need to be replaced or repaired.
It’s efficient to bundle your exterior projects (like siding and windows) to minimize the disruption of your schedule and get the work done simultaneously.
Make an Informed Decision
The Benefit of Hiring a Local Indianapolis Siding Contractor
- They are familiar with your local building codes, and know the climate of your area, which impacts your siding material choice.
- They will respond quickly if you have a weather-related emergency
- They educate you on siding material options so you get the best long-term solution, and provide qualified installation professionals to install your siding.
- They give you peace of mind that your siding was installed right the first time!
Siding Installation You Can Trust
You deserve the best when it comes to siding installation. From your communication with the contractor throughout the process to the high-quality results they provide, you should have a 5-star experience!
At Craftsman Exterior Remodeling, we deliver the best in customer service, workmanship, and siding replacement expertise. Contact Craftsman Exterior Remodeling for your free siding assessment today.
