MINNESOTA SIDING REPLACEMENT EXPERTS
Siding Installation & Replacement in the Twin Cities Metro
Protect your home and refresh its curb appeal with professional siding installation from Lakeside Exteriors. We help homeowners across the Twin Cities and Brainerd Lakes compare James Hardie fiber cement, LP SmartSide engineered wood, and MarketSquare vinyl siding for their home, style, and budget.
Proudly Serving
Minnetonka | Plymouth | Golden Valley | Wayzata | Minneapolis
and surrounding areas
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MINNESOTA SIDING REPLACEMENT CONTRACTOR
A Minnesota Siding Contractor You Can Trust
Your siding does more than change the appearance of your home. It helps shed water, reduce exposure to wind, and protect the walls beneath it. Cracked panels, loose siding, failing seams, and moisture damage can leave that system exposed.
Lakeside Exteriors begins with a careful look at your existing siding, trim, visible wall damage, and the areas surrounding your windows and doors. You receive clear recommendations, honest pricing, and a written scope for your siding installation or replacement project.
Owner Freddie Macalus built Lakeside Exteriors around clear communication, dependable service, and quality craftsmanship. Our team serves homeowners throughout the Twin Cities and Brainerd Lakes area.
Siding Replacement Across the Twin Cities and Brainerd Lakes Area
Lakeside Exteriors provides professional siding installation and replacement for homeowners throughout the Minneapolis–St. Paul metro. Our Twin Cities siding service area includes Minnetonka, Plymouth, Hopkins, Golden Valley, Wayzata, Edina, Eden Prairie, Chaska, Maple Grove, Bloomington, Minneapolis, St. Paul, St. Louis Park, Shorewood, Mound, Orono, Medina, Victoria, White Bear Lake, Blaine, and nearby Minnesota communities.
Is It Time to Replace Your Home’s Siding?
Damaged siding is not always easy to spot from the ground. Watch for these signs that your home may need siding replacement:
During your inspection, we look for:
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Cracked, warped, loose, or missing siding
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Soft areas, rot, mold, or moisture stains
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Peeling paint or finishes that require frequent upkeep
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Faded siding and uneven color
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Gaps around windows, doors, corners, or trim
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Hail, wind, or storm damage
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An outdated exterior that no longer fits your home
Our team can inspect the condition of your exterior and explain whether repair or full siding replacement makes more sense.
Damaged Siding Can Become a Bigger Exterior Problem
A loose panel or cracked section of siding may look like a small problem from the ground. Once water gets behind the exterior, damage can spread to sheathing, insulation, trim, flashing, and framing.
Early siding problems may show up as:
Loose or missing siding
Wind can pull damaged panels farther away from the home and create openings for water.
Cracks and broken panels
Small openings can allow moisture and pests into areas that should remain protected.
Warping or buckling
This may point to age, moisture, installation issues, or movement within the siding system.
Soft spots and moisture concerns
Damage behind the siding may not be visible without a closer inspection.
You do not have to guess what is happening behind your exterior. Lakeside Exteriors can inspect the problem and provide clear repair or siding replacement recommendations.
OUR SIDING REPLACEMENT PROCESS
A Clear Path From Old Siding to a Finished Exterior
No pressure, no guessing, and no surprise costs. Here is what working with Lakeside Exteriors looks like.
Our Process
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Inspect and Plan
We meet at your home, inspect the existing siding, discuss the problems you are seeing, and learn what you want to change.
We will talk through material options, colors, design details, and project priorities.
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Choose Your Siding
Compare siding styles and materials that fit your home, goals, and budget. We will explain the differences so you can make an informed choice.
You will receive a written project estimate outlining the planned work.
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Professional Installation and Cleanup
Our installation team completes the agreed siding work, maintains communication during the project, and cleans the work area when installation is finished.
After installation, we complete a final walkthrough with you.
Your Siding Contractor Matters as Much as Your Siding
New siding is a major investment in your home. Homeowners should feel confident about who is inspecting the house, writing the scope of work, answering questions, and completing the installation.
At Lakeside Exteriors, you can expect:
Clear Recommendations
We explain what we find and help you compare siding options based on your home and goals.
Written Project Details
You receive a clear estimate so you know what is planned before the project begins.
Communication Throughout the Project
You should know what is happening with your home. Our team keeps you informed from planning through installation.
Quality Siding Options
Choose from siding materials including James Hardie, LP SmartSide, vinyl, steel, and other exterior options.
One Exterior Team
Planning windows, doors, roofing, or other exterior updates at the same time? Our team can coordinate multiple parts of the exterior project.
"I started Lakeside after years at large nationwide contractors because I wanted to do this the right way — where the homeowner actually knows what's happening, the crew shows up when they say they will, and nobody cuts corners because they're rushing to the next job. That's still how we operate on every single project."
-Freddie Macalus, Owner, Lakeside Exteriors
COMMON QUESTIONS
Minnesota Homeowners Ask. We Answer.
How much does siding replacement cost in Minnesota?
Siding replacement pricing depends on the size and height of the home, selected material, removal needs, sheathing condition, trim details, and project design. Lakeside Exteriors provides a written estimate after reviewing the home.
What siding is best for Minnesota homes?
James Hardie fiber cement, LP SmartSide engineered wood, and quality vinyl siding can all work well for Minnesota homes. The right choice depends on the desired appearance, maintenance level, budget, and exterior design.
How do I choose a siding contractor near me?
Look for a licensed Minnesota contractor with local project photos, verified reviews, clear written estimates, product choices, and defined workmanship coverage, the Lakeside way.
Should damaged siding be repaired or replaced?
A localized damaged area may be repairable when matching material is available and the wall beneath it remains sound. Widespread cracking, fading, rot, moisture damage, or storm damage may make full siding replacement the better investment.
What is the difference between LP SmartSide and James Hardie siding?
LP SmartSide is engineered wood siding with a natural wood-grain appearance. James Hardie is fiber cement siding with a dense, durable construction. Both offer several profiles, colors, trim options, and design styles.
Can windows and doors be replaced during a siding project?
Yes. Lakeside Exteriors can inspect visible siding damage, document affected areas, and provide an estimate for storm-related repairs or replacement. Insurance coverage decisions are made by the homeowner’s insurance carrier.
Can Lakeside help with storm-damaged siding?
Yes. Coordinating siding, full-frame windows, and exterior doors can create cleaner trim transitions and a more unified exterior. Link this answer to your Window Installation and Door Installation pages.
More questions? Visit our full FAQ page or contact our office directly
Get Your Free Siding Replacement Estimate
Is your siding cracked, faded, loose, outdated, or damaged by a Minnesota storm?
Let’s take a look.
Lakeside Exteriors will inspect your siding, discuss the problems you are seeing, explain your material options, and prepare a clear written estimate for your home.
No pressure. Clear answers. A plan built around your house.