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Exterior Siding Installation & Replacement in Chicagoland
Lakeland installs and replaces exterior siding for Chicagoland homes and commercial properties with the same process as our roofing work: a written estimate, clear communication, and a clean job site from start to finish.
OUR SERVICES
Siding Materials We Install
James Hardie fiber cement siding is the most popular premium siding choice for Midwest homes — and for good reason. Hardie board is resistant to moisture, rot, insects, and fire, and holds paint significantly longer than wood or vinyl alternatives. It’s engineered specifically for climate zones with significant temperature swings and humidity variation, which describes Chicagoland precisely.
LP SmartSide is an engineered wood siding treated with a zinc-borate formulation that resists moisture, fungal decay, and insects. It’s lighter than fiber cement, easier to work with in complex trim applications, and carries a 50-year limited warranty. LP SmartSide is a strong alternative to Hardie for homeowners who want the warmth of a wood aesthetic with engineered durability.
Vinyl siding remains the most widely installed residential siding material due to its low cost, low maintenance, and broad color availability. Quality ranges significantly — Lakeland installs heavier-gauge vinyl with a higher insulation coefficient, not the thinner product found at big-box stores. Well-specified vinyl siding handles Midwest freeze-thaw cycles without the cracking or warping that lower-gauge products experience.
Cedar is the traditional choice for homeowners who want a natural wood exterior. It’s dimensionally stable, insulates well, and weathers into a distinctive look over time. Cedar siding requires more maintenance than fiber cement or engineered wood: periodic staining or painting. but many homeowners prefer the natural aging process and the warmth that genuine wood provides.
Wood shake siding adds texture and dimension to a home’s exterior — a look that’s difficult to replicate with other materials. It’s commonly used as an accent material on gable ends, dormers, and upper-story sections of homes where architectural character is the priority. Lakeland installs both natural cedar shake and synthetic shake options.
Aluminum siding is a durable, low-maintenance option that holds paint well and doesn’t crack, rot, or warp. It’s most commonly encountered in replacement projects on homes that originally had aluminum installed — we match existing profiles and finishes, or replace the full run where needed.
James Hardie Siding (Hardie Board)
James Hardie fiber cement siding is the most popular premium siding choice for Midwest homes — and for good reason. Hardie board is resistant to moisture, rot, insects, and fire, and holds paint significantly longer than wood or vinyl alternatives. It’s engineered specifically for climate zones with significant temperature swings and humidity variation, which describes Chicagoland precisely.
LP SmartSide Siding
LP SmartSide is an engineered wood siding treated with a zinc-borate formulation that resists moisture, fungal decay, and insects. It’s lighter than fiber cement, easier to work with in complex trim applications, and carries a 50-year limited warranty. LP SmartSide is a strong alternative to Hardie for homeowners who want the warmth of a wood aesthetic with engineered durability.
Vinyl Siding
Vinyl siding remains the most widely installed residential siding material due to its low cost, low maintenance, and broad color availability. Quality ranges significantly — Lakeland installs heavier-gauge vinyl with a higher insulation coefficient, not the thinner product found at big-box stores. Well-specified vinyl siding handles Midwest freeze-thaw cycles without the cracking or warping that lower-gauge products experience.
Cedar Siding
Cedar is the traditional choice for homeowners who want a natural wood exterior. It’s dimensionally stable, insulates well, and weathers into a distinctive look over time. Cedar siding requires more maintenance than fiber cement or engineered wood: periodic staining or painting. but many homeowners prefer the natural aging process and the warmth that genuine wood provides.
Shake Siding
Wood shake siding adds texture and dimension to a home’s exterior — a look that’s difficult to replicate with other materials. It’s commonly used as an accent material on gable ends, dormers, and upper-story sections of homes where architectural character is the priority. Lakeland installs both natural cedar shake and synthetic shake options.
Aluminum Siding
Aluminum siding is a durable, low-maintenance option that holds paint well and doesn’t crack, rot, or warp. It’s most commonly encountered in replacement projects on homes that originally had aluminum installed — we match existing profiles and finishes, or replace the full run where needed.
Commercial Siding & Facade Work
Lakeland installs commercial siding across the full range of material types used in Chicagoland commercial construction.
Fiber Cement & Engineered Wood for Commercial Buildings
Fiber Cement & Engineered Wood for Commercial Buildings
James Hardie fiber cement and LP SmartSide engineered wood are both used extensively in commercial construction — on retail storefronts, mixed-use buildings, office suites, and commercial residential (apartment, condo, HOA) projects where a premium exterior appearance is required. Both materials handle commercial-scale exposure conditions well: moisture resistance, impact resistance, and paint retention that holds up on south and west-facing commercial facades.
Metal Panel Siding
Metal Panel Siding
Metal panel siding (steel or aluminum cladding systems) is the standard for light industrial, warehouse, and commercial buildings where durability and low maintenance take priority over aesthetic considerations. Metal panel is also increasingly used on contemporary commercial and mixed-use buildings as an architectural statement material. Lakeland installs metal panel siding for commercial and light industrial applications across Chicagoland.
Commercial Siding Replacement & Re-cladding
Commercial Siding Replacement & Re-cladding
Commercial re-cladding projects — removing existing failed siding and installing a new system — require a contractor with experience managing the building envelope on an occupied structure. Lakeland’s commercial siding process includes weather barrier inspection and remediation, flashing at all openings and penetrations, and a documented installation process suitable for property manager records and warranty requirements.
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