If your home has old, wooden siding that is looking worn, you may have decided that it needs to be replaced with newer material. While reviewing your options, you may have narrowed it down to either vinyl or aluminum siding but are having trouble making a choice.

While both materials have an appealing appearance, you may want to seriously consider choosing vinyl siding instead of aluminum. There are a couple of benefits that you will find when you have vinyl siding installed on your home over its aluminum metal counterpart. 

1. Vinyl Requires Much Less Maintenance Than Aluminum Siding Does

One benefit that vinyl has over aluminum siding is that it requires much less maintenance. With aluminum siding, the outer layer starts to wear off after a few years, leaving the metal exposed and subject to corrosion from moisture. Because of this, the aluminum has to be sanded and resealed every few years. Not only does this type of maintenance take a lot of time, but it can also be costly to buy materials or pay someone to do it for you.

However, with vinyl, the material is found throughout the thickness of the siding and does not corrode like aluminum. While mildew and dirt can build up on its surface, it can easily be rinsed off with a garden hose and a high-powered spray nozzle.

2. Vinyl Siding Is More Resistant to Impact Damage Than Its Aluminum Counterpart 

Another benefit that vinyl siding has over its aluminum counterpart is that it is highly resistant to impact damage. Because aluminum is a thin metal, it can be dented and bent fairly easily when struck by branches or hailstones.

However, because vinyl is thicker and more durable, it can resist a lot of the impacts that can damage aluminum. While striking hard directly could still crack it, the vinyl siding can hold up to being struck by hail or falling branches.

When it comes time to replace your home's old siding, consider opting for vinyl instead of aluminum. Unlike aluminum, vinyl siding requires only a spray with a high-powered hose to keep up its appearance. It also is more resistant to damage caused by impact, which can often bend and dent aluminum siding. For more information about the benefits of having vinyl instead of aluminum siding on your home, speak with a contractor who offers siding installation and can assist you.

Contact a local siding company, such as Wayne Siding & Home Improvements, to learn more.