Expert Siding Installation in Greater Twin Cities

Engineered wood (LP SmartSide) and steel siding both perform exceptionally well in Minnesota's freeze-thaw climate, with warranties up to 50 years. Fiber cement is the other long-life option, routinely lasting 50 years or more. Vinyl is the most affordable choice but tends to last 20 to 30 years here, since it grows brittle in the deep cold we see every January in the Twin Cities.

In practice the words get used the same way, but what actually matters is who does the install. A siding contractor should be licensed and insured in Minnesota, pull your city building permit, and stand behind the workmanship in writing, not just pass along the product warranty. Some larger siding companies subcontract the actual install to a rotating crew, which is where warranty and quality issues creep in. Lakewoods Remodeling uses its own employee crews, we install LP SmartSide to the manufacturer's fastener spec so the LP 5/50 limited warranty stays valid, and we handle the permit and inspection ourselves. Ask any contractor whether the people on your roofline are employees or day labor before you sign.

Both LP SmartSide engineered wood and steel handle Minnesota freeze-thaw and metro hail far better than vinyl, and both carry warranties reaching up to 50 years, so it comes down to look and exposure. LP SmartSide gives you a real cedar-grain or smooth wood look, resists moisture and termites through its treated SmartGuard core, and is the one we start with on most homes for the finish and the LP 5/50 limited warranty. Steel is the most impact-resistant option we install, so we lean toward it when hail resistance is the priority or the home sits on an exposed, wind-catching lot in the western suburbs. On a walkthrough we tell you honestly which one fits your elevations.

Four things move the number more than anything else: the size and layout of the home, the condition of the sheathing behind the old siding, the material you choose, and the trim and detail work. A single-level rambler with dry, sound sheathing is a straightforward re-clad. A split-level with dormers, multiple elevations, and hidden water damage behind original hardboard costs more because there's more wall and repair work under the surface. Steel and premium LP SmartSide profiles run above builder-grade options. We don't quote a flat per-square number over the phone. You get a written, itemized estimate only after we walk the home, and we offer financing at $99 per month with $0 down through Synchrony Bank.

Installed siding in the Twin Cities runs roughly $11 to $17+ per square foot for fiber cement, $9 to $15+ per square foot for LP SmartSide engineered wood, and $5 to $10+ per square foot for vinyl. Final pricing depends on home size, the number of stories, removal of the old siding, sheathing repairs found at tear-off, and the product line you choose. These are typical ranges, not quotes; your exact price is set only after an on-site measurement. Lakewoods Remodeling gives a free, written, itemized estimate so you know the number before any work begins.

Yes. Cities like Bloomington, Minneapolis, and the City of St. Paul Department of Safety and Inspections require a building permit for a full siding replacement. Lakewoods pulls the permit and schedules the city inspection on your behalf, so you never have to deal with the permit office yourself.

It depends on your budget and how long you plan to stay. Fiber cement gives the best impact and fire resistance and a 50-plus year life. LP SmartSide engineered wood delivers comparable durability at a lower price with the LP 5/50 limited warranty and stronger cold-weather behavior than vinyl. Vinyl is the lowest upfront cost and needs no painting, but it can crack below 0 degrees F, which the western metro sees regularly. We install all three and will give you an honest recommendation for your specific house.

Most Twin Cities single-family re-sides take three to seven working days once the crew is on site, depending on home size, the number of elevations, and whether sheathing repairs are needed after tear-off. Scheduling typically runs two to four weeks from contract signing, depending on the season and weather.

Yes. We offer financing through Synchrony Bank with payments as low as $99 per month and $0 down options, so you can replace failing siding without paying the full cost up front. We will walk you through the options during your free estimate.

In some cases it can, but we rarely recommend it. Installing over old siding can trap moisture, add weight to the wall, and hide rot or water damage that will only get worse. A full tear-off lets us inspect and repair the sheathing first, which protects your material warranty and the long-term performance of the job.