"Excellent job by the All Craft crew re-siding my house. Extremely high quality work by a steady, pleasant, professional crew that showed up every day until the job was done. It was a very pleasant experience and my house looks great."
"We liked that they worked with out insurance company to get the most bang for our buck. Workers were very friendly. They took the time to make sure the house looked just the way it should. It looked way better than the last time we sided it."
"Valerie the siding need help the siding was missing in some spots the bathroom has a leak or to needs new tub. Valerie was wonderfully and true with me from start to finish"
"The contracted the work off to a third party. Jon took longer than expected. The windows was installed pretty good from the looks. Communication could have been better with knowing the job will take longer and what types of trims I wanted for the windows. As the contractor that was hired for this job by this company. Did a good job with putting up decent trim. As for the new windows they look great. I purchased the myself and hired sentri homes to install them. I will need to have a my siding on my house redone to be closer to the new windows so the gaps are not so obvious. That was not expected at first. But from old storm windows and not knowing how they were put in originally. There was some unknown things that was learned from the job being completed. I will have the siding of the house slightly done to match really good for what I wanted later on. My only concern is better communication with sentri homes. Overall they were great when I did talk to them."
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"We did a fair amount of looking around for this work and Envirobate was the simplest and easiest to work with, ranging from scheduling an estimate to scheduling the work, to getting a fair price. Other service providers either gave us lung cancer scare tactics with high prices or couldn't seem to manage their calendar. Our estimate was very competitive and they seemed lik a quality company. We had the work done in two separate pieces since we needed to move everything in the basement to one side. Note: they will move minor things, but they do not unhook major appliances (like our gas dryer), which we needed to do ourselves. They were very careful to cover everything and used a giant air filtration machine. It was somewhat noisy. The guys were talking to each other and listening to the radio. It's definitely a messy job and I'm glad they seemed comfortable with handling the materials in that environment. The orange smell from the mastic remover was very strong. When I lit my kitchen's gas stove, it smelled funny which worried me. The orange smell lasted for weeks so be sure to ventilate as much as possible. I gave a couple B ratings because, as a consumer living with asbestos, I wanted a little more comfort that this stuff was really GONE from my home. While they seemed relaxed about it, I almost wanted more reassurance that the process they used was safe for my health during and also after once all the protective plastic was gone. However, I know asbestos abatement certification is required and they must be fully trained to be employed in this business. Overall, I'm thankful the tiles are gone, the price was fair, and the process simple. I would recommend them to anyone needing this work done at a reasonable rate."
"Troy and Mike installed a replacement fence on two sides of our backyard. They did an excellent job especially considering the cold temps and semi-frozen ground. The fence looks great and we hope to have them back next year to do the third side! Thanks for the great work guys!"
Dents, rust, loose panels, and weather-related damage are common problems requiring repair.
If you’re wondering how to make wood siding last longer, including Composite T1-11, inspect it annually or quarterly to spot and repair cracks, holes, or chipped areas. You’ll also want to re-stain the wood every 3 to 5 years or repaint every 7 to 10 years for protection (note that repainting requires stripping and sanding off old paint as well). Lastly, keep up with regular cleanings using a garden hose or low-pressure power washer to help prevent grime and discoloration.
The lifespan of siding ranges from 20 to over 100 years, depending heavily on the material, climate, quality of installation, and maintenance.
Vinyl, Wood, and Aluminum: Typically last 20 to 40 years. Engineered wood may need replacement after just 20 years.
Fiber Cement: Lasts around 50 years.
Brick and Stone: These are the most durable, lasting for a century or more with proper care.
The longevity of any siding can be shortened if it's not properly maintained or if damage is not repaired promptly. Regular cleaning is vital. It's time for a replacement when you see widespread damage, signs of water intrusion, or a spike in energy costs.
Whether or not your homeowners insurance covers EIFS stucco siding depends on the insurance company and the specifics of the policy. Some insurance companies will not cover EIFS due to its susceptibility to moisture damage, and some companies will only cover EIFS manufactured and installed after a certain date, since newer systems mitigate potential damage concerns better than older ones.
Contrary to popular belief, people still do use aluminum siding for their homes—but it’s much less popular than it was in the mid-1900s. The introduction of various types of vinyl siding as an affordable option reduced the demand for aluminum, which is prone to scratching and denting and needs to be repainted every five to 10 years. Given the abundance of house siding options, especially newer and more popular types like stone veneer siding, aluminum siding has simply just fallen out of favor.
The Harmony, MN homeowners’ guide to siding services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Aluminum siding costs between $4,500 and $19,000 on average, depending on the style, square footage, and local labor rates. Keep reading to estimate your budget.
Love the rustic look of log cabins but want a more durable siding? Use this vinyl log siding cost guide to see if this is a good alternative for your home.
Siding is a critical part of keeping your home protected from the elements and looking great. Learn what siding on a house is, how long it lasts, and what it costs.
Knowing the differences between fiber cement and vinyl siding can help you choose the right one for your home. Our guide explores these two siding choices.
In this guide, we break down the strengths and weaknesses of the two most popular materials for home exteriors to help you choose the best one for your needs.
