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Troy is one of the most architecturally significant cities in the Northeast — a Collar City built on iron, ingenuity, and craftsmanship that shows in every Federal row house on Congress Street, every Queen Anne Victorian in the Hill District, and every century-old duplex lining the neighborhoods of Lansingburgh and South Troy. Protecting that heritage starts at the exterior.
When your siding is failing, your home is vulnerable — to Troy's punishing freeze-thaw cycles, to the Hudson River Valley's wind-driven rain, and to the energy loss that comes from an aging building envelope.
At Herman Exterior Homes, we've spent years protecting Capital Region homes from exactly these conditions. We install the most durable, best-warranted siding products on the market — James Hardie fiber cement, Everlast composite, LP SmartSide, Diamond Kote, vinyl, and cedar shakes — and we match every Troy homeowner with the right material for their home's age, architecture, and budget.
Get Prequalified NowCall us TodayWe install every major siding category — from affordable, low-maintenance vinyl to premium fiber cement and engineered wood — so that every Troy homeowner has options that fit their home's style and their family's budget.
Vinyl siding is the most popular siding choice in America, and for good reason — it's affordable, virtually maintenance-free, and available in hundreds of colors and profiles. For Troy homeowners on a budget, or for landlords managing the city's large rental housing stock, vinyl offers a cost-effective exterior upgrade that can last 20–40 years with minimal upkeep. We carry standard and insulated vinyl options.
Insulated vinyl adds a rigid foam backing that fills the gaps behind the panels, significantly improving thermal performance — a major advantage for Troy's cold-climate housing stock.
Composite siding — which includes fiber cement and engineered wood products — occupies the premium tier of the siding market, and it's the category we recommend most often to Troy homeowners with older, architecturally significant homes. Composite materials replicate the look of wood, cedar shakes, or historic clapboard without any of wood's vulnerabilities to moisture, rot, insects, or weathering. For Troy homes in or near the city's six Historic Districts, composite siding provides the compatibility with preservation guidelines that vinyl cannot. It's also the most durable category available, with lifespans often exceeding 50 years.
Give Us a CallWe carry the most trusted names in residential siding — giving Troy homeowners access to products typically reserved for larger metro markets.
James Hardie is the #1 fiber cement siding brand in America, and it's our most-recommended product for Troy homeowners. HardiePlank® lap siding and HardieShingle® mimic the authentic look of traditional wood clapboard and cedar shakes — the same profiles found on Troy's historic Federal and Victorian homes — while delivering performance that original wood could never match. Hardie's fiber cement is composed of Portland cement, sand, and cellulose fiber.
It does not absorb moisture, which means it's immune to Troy's destructive freeze-thaw cycles. It won't rot, warp, swell, or support mold growth. It's non-combustible. It resists impacts from hail, falling branches, and windblown debris — and it carries a 30-year non-prorated transferable warranty on the substrate, plus a 15-year ColorPlus® Technology finish warranty on pre-painted products.
For Troy homes in or near historically designated districts, James Hardie's wood-profile options are among the most preservation-compatible synthetic siding products available. If you're looking for the best long-term value in siding for a Troy home, this is it.
Everlast Advanced Composite Siding is a premium polymer composite that combines the beauty of wood with the resilience of modern engineered materials. It's engineered to resist moisture, UV fading, impact, and insects — making it an excellent alternative to traditional fiber cement for Troy homeowners who want a premium exterior without the additional painting maintenance.
Everlast panels are available in a curated palette of architectural colors with a deep, low-gloss finish that reads as authentically premium on both historic and contemporary Troy homes.
The product carries a lifetime limited transferable warranty, one of the strongest in the industry. For South Troy duplexes and Lansingburgh residential properties alike, Everlast delivers a high-end aesthetic at a competitive installed price.
Cedar shake siding is among the most historically authentic exterior cladding options available, and it's a natural fit for Troy's wealth of late-Victorian and Arts & Crafts homes — where original wood shingles were part of the building's character from day one. We install natural cedar shakes for clients who want true historical accuracy, as well as high-quality engineered shake alternatives — including James Hardie's HardieShingle and polymer shake products — for homeowners who want the same aesthetic without the maintenance of real cedar.
Real cedar must be stained or sealed every 3–5 years and is vulnerable to moisture and insect damage without diligent upkeep. Engineered alternatives offer the same look with a fraction of the long-term effort. We'll help you weigh the trade-offs at your free estimate.
LP SmartSide is an engineered wood product treated with LP's SmartGuard® technology — a process that infuses the wood fiber with zinc borate to resist fungal decay, termite activity, and moisture damage.
For Troy homeowners who love the natural warmth of real wood siding but don't want the maintenance demands of unprotected wood clapboard, LP SmartSide is the ideal middle ground. It installs faster than fiber cement, accepts field-applied paint seamlessly, and carries a 50-year prorated warranty with full coverage for the first five years.
LP SmartSide is an outstanding choice for North Troy and Lansingburgh homes that feature traditional wood profiles as part of their original architectural character.
Diamond Kote is an engineered wood siding product pre-finished with a proprietary resin coating that seals out moisture at the factory — before installation. Unlike field-painted siding that can leave cut ends and nail holes exposed to water infiltration, Diamond Kote's finish is applied under controlled conditions to every surface, including edges.
For Troy homeowners who have dealt with paint peeling, water staining, or rotting trim on older wood siding, Diamond Kote's moisture-sealed system is a revelation. It's available in a wide range of trim packages and colors, making it particularly attractive for the city's varied residential architecture. Diamond Kote backs its product with a 30-year no-fade, no-peel finish warranty.
Troy's long winters punish poorly insulated homes. Modern insulated siding — especially insulated vinyl and fiber cement installed over rigid foam board — can reduce heating and cooling costs by 10–20%. Studies in comparable Upstate New York climates show homeowners saving up to 20% annually on energy bills after a full siding upgrade.
Siding replacement ranks among the highest-ROI home improvement projects in America. Fiber cement siding returns an average of 88% of its cost at resale and can add over $18,000 in appraised value. Vinyl siding consistently returns 80–94%. In Troy's improving real estate market, new siding signals to buyers that a home has been properly maintained — making it one of the smartest investments a homeowner can make before listing.
If your home sits in one of Troy's six Historic Districts — or if you simply want to honor the Victorian and Federal character of your neighborhood — fiber cement siding is the gold standard. James Hardie's HardiePlank and HardieShingle lines replicate the look of original wood clapboard and cedar shakes with period-appropriate profiles and textures, while meeting Troy's Historic District and Landmarks Review Commission (HDLRC) guidelines for compatible materials. You get the beauty of historic architecture with the durability of modern engineering.
Siding costs in Troy vary based on material, home size, and whether old siding needs to be removed. For a typical 1,500–2,500 sq ft Troy home, you can expect to pay roughly $8,000–$16,000 for vinyl, and $14,000–$30,000+ for fiber cement, depending on the complexity of the project. These are general ranges — the only way to get an accurate number is a free, in-person estimate. We provide detailed written quotes with no pressure and no surprises. Pre-1980 homes may incur additional costs for lead-safe work practices or asbestos abatement, which is common in Troy's older housing stock.
For most Troy homeowners, yes — especially on older homes that will be owned long-term. Fiber cement costs $1–$3 more per square foot installed than standard vinyl, but it lasts 50–100 years versus 20–40 for vinyl, resists Troy's freeze-thaw cycles without becoming brittle, won't dent or warp in heat, and returns approximately 88% of its cost at resale versus 80% for vinyl.
The larger upfront investment typically pencils out over 10–15 years. That said, insulated vinyl is an excellent choice for budget-conscious homeowners or rental properties, and our team can walk you through both options at your free estimate.
Consistently, yes. According to the Cost vs. Value Report, fiber cement siding replacement returns an average of 88% of the project cost at resale — adding an estimated $18,000+ to appraised home value. Vinyl siding returns 80–94%. These figures outperform many interior renovations including kitchen and bathroom remodels. In Troy's resale market, new siding signals to buyers that the home has been properly maintained and is move-in ready, which can accelerate time-on-market and support a stronger asking price.
Yes. Herman Exterior Homes offers 0% interest short-term financing and low-monthly-payment long-term financing through our financing partner, with no hidden fees. We know that siding replacement is a significant investment, especially for Troy homeowners managing older properties. Our goal is to make quality siding accessible to every family, regardless of budget. Ask about our financing options at your free estimate — our team will help you find a payment structure that works.
Troy's combination of heavy snowfall (51+ inches annually), severe freeze-thaw cycles, and Hudson River Valley wind exposure demands siding that is moisture-impervious and dimensionally stable in temperature extremes. Our top recommendation for most Troy homes is James Hardie fiber cement — its composition doesn't absorb water, so freeze-thaw cycles can't damage it the way they damage wood, standard vinyl, or aluminum.
For homeowners prioritizing energy savings, insulated vinyl adds meaningful R-value to older walls. For period-appropriate aesthetics on historic homes, Hardie's HardieShingle or cedar shakes replicate original profiles authentically. We'll make a specific recommendation at your free estimate based on your home's construction, neighborhood, and goals.
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.
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