When choosing siding what is best for your home? Unfortunately there is no right answer. However, factors that most influence material choice should be product quality, architectural compatibility, appearance, maintenance requirements, ability to repair damages, and cost. Although the bottom line is important, never compare siding only by the overall cost to you. Siding is an investment in one's home and, for most, a home is the biggest investment of a lifetime. Therefore, use the selection criteria noted and figure out how you will pay for it once you have narrowed the choices.