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Engineered wood siding is exactly what it sounds like: wood, engineered to perform better than nature made it.It starts with wood strands and fibers — real wood — that are bonded together with exterior-grade resins and treated with compounds that resist the things wood hates most: moisture, fungal decay, and insects.
The result is a product that looks like wood, installs like wood, and takes paint like wood — but stands up to Albany winters in ways that natural wood simply can't. It's different from vinyl, too. Vinyl is plastic, and while it's durable in its own right, it can become brittle in extreme cold, and it never quite looks like the real thing.
Engineered wood gives you that authentic wood texture and depth at a fraction of the long-term cost of maintaining natural wood siding.The two products we install most often — LP SmartSide and Diamond Kote — are both engineered wood siding systems and two of the best in the industry.
We are one of the only accredited Engineered Wood Siding Contractors in the Capital Region of New York.
We're not going to sugarcoat it: Albany is hard on siding.Between the freeze-thaw cycles, the Nor'easters, the humid summers, and the UV exposure, your siding takes a beating year-round. We've seen natural wood siding start to rot within a decade on Albany homes. We've seen vinyl crack after a particularly brutal cold snap. We've seen paint peel off inadequately prepped surfaces after just a few winters.
Unlike vinyl, engineered wood doesn't become brittle in the cold. It won't crack, split, or buckle through the repeated temperature swings Albany sees from November through March.
Made by Louisiana-Pacific, SmartSide uses a proprietary process called SmartGuard® technology. Wood strands are bonded with exterior-grade resins, then treated with zinc borate — a compound that protects against fungal decay and termites not just on the surface of the panel, but throughout its core. That distinction matters in Albany, where moisture is persistent and the risk of wood rot is real.
Both are excellent products. Here's a simple way to think about it:
Choose LP SmartSide if: you want a premium engineered wood product with a 50-year warranty, plan to paint a custom color, or are working within a tighter project budget. It's a proven performer and a smart investment.
Choose Diamond Kote if: you want to eliminate painting costs for the next 30 years, prefer a factory-guaranteed finish with a no-fade warranty, and want the peace of mind that comes with knowing your color is locked in for decades.Not sure which is right for your home? That's exactly the kind of conversation we have during a free estimate. We'll look at your home, talk through your goals and budget, and give you a straight recommendation — no pressure, no upsell.
We install engineered wood siding on homes throughout Albany and the surrounding Capital Region, including:
Albany neighborhoods: Pine Hills, Center Square, Washington Park, Delaware Avenue, Helderberg, Arbor Hill, North Albany, South End, Beverwyck
Surrounding communities:
Colonie, Guilderland, Bethlehem, Cohoes, Watervliet, Troy, Latham, Loudonville, Delmar, Niskayuna, Clifton Park, Ballston Spa, Saratoga Springs, and beyondNot sure if we serve your area? Call us — if we can get to you, we'll let you know.
Engineered wood siding is made from real wood strands and fibers bonded with exterior-grade resins and treated to resist moisture, insects, and fungal decay. It combines the authentic look and feel of real wood with significantly better durability and lower long-term maintenance. LP SmartSide is the leading engineered wood siding product on the market.
For most Albany-area homes, LP SmartSide installations run roughly $9,000–$20,000 installed, depending on home size, stories, and scope. Diamond Kote typically runs somewhat higher due to the premium factory finish. The only way to get an accurate number for your home is a free on-site estimate — call us at (518) 817-1787 and we'll get you scheduled.
For most Albany homeowners, yes — especially if curb appeal and long-term performance are priorities. Engineered wood handles freeze-thaw cycles better than standard vinyl, which can become brittle in extreme cold. It also delivers a more authentic wood appearance and tends to hold resale value better. The trade-off is a higher upfront cost. We install both products and can walk you through what makes the most sense for your home and budget.
LP SmartSide comes factory-primed and requires a coat of exterior paint at installation, then repainting every 10–15 years. Diamond Kote comes factory-finished with a 30-year no-fade guarantee — no painting required at installation or for decades afterward. If eliminating painting costs is a priority, Diamond Kote is worth the additional investment.
We provide comprehensive exterior renovations—including roofing, siding, and gutters—throughout the Northeast. Our service area spans the Capital District, from Lake George down to Catskill, as well as parts of Southern Vermont and Western Massachusetts.
Unsure if we cover your neighborhood? Contact us! We are likely working on a home near you.