1. Efficiency
If your current siding is allowing air to enter and exit, you are likely paying for it when your power bill arrives. Re-siding your home has the ability to create a tighter seal, making it less drafty. This will allow your heating and air conditioning units to work at peak efficiency. Search for siding that boasts a high R-value, meaning it has strong insulation properties.
2. Maintenance
Consider how much maintenance is going to be required to keep the siding looking good. For example, wood siding needs to be refinished periodically. Aluminum needs repainting when its enamel coating fades away. Vinyl siding may offer the best of both worlds, as it has the look of wood siding without all of the trouble.
3. Beauty
Logically, you want your home to earn an A-plus in the curb appeal department. This is why the material you choose is going to depend largely on the way it is going to look on the outside of your home. Selecting the right color and texture can turn an unnoticeable house into one that really turns heads.