Siding · James Hardie, Alside & Ascend
Siding Contractor in Northwest Arkansas
Professional siding installation and replacement in Northwest Arkansas. Protect your home with durable materials and expert craftsmanship.
Chapter 01
What Northwest Arkansas weather does to siding
Northwest Arkansas puts siding through a wide range of conditions in a single year. Spring storm season brings hail and straight-line winds on a regular basis, and the difference between a 15-year exterior and a 35-year one is usually how each material handles them. Fiber cement and composite cladding hold up better than budget vinyl when hail hits. On the wind side the difference is installation, not material: properly nailed siding rides out 60 to 80 mph gusts, while siding nailed too tight or too loose is the leading cause of storm-damage claims we see in the field.
Summer throws real UV at south-facing and west-facing walls, and darker vinyl colors fade faster than lighter shades. If your west wall looks chalky next to your north wall, that is UV degradation, not dirt. Then come the long humid stretches and driving spring rain that push moisture into the wall cavity through any gap they can find, and the single-digit cold snaps that make budget vinyl brittle enough to crack from a stray ladder bump.
The siding is only half of the answer. The weather barrier behind it matters just as much, which is why we never reuse old wrap on a replacement project.

Primed James Hardie board and batten siding with shake accents on a home in Garfield, Arkansas
Choosing the material: vinyl, fiber cement or composite
Three families cover almost every job we do. Vinyl runs 20 to 40 years depending on grade and installation, James Hardie fiber cement 30 to 50 years with normal maintenance, and Alside Ascend composite cladding 30 to 40 years under typical NWA conditions. The comparison below puts their real tradeoffs side by side, so you can pick with the whole picture in front of you.
Our own jobs show the range. In Garfield we installed primed Hardie board and batten with shake accents around a chimney chase, and in Fayetteville a charcoal LP SmartSide lap transformation with white trim and new white gutters. Both started with an exterior assessment, a color and material consultation, and a detailed written estimate.
Chapter 03
How the install runs, from tear-off to walkthrough
A typical single-family siding replacement runs about a week of on-site work. Larger homes, weather delays, and complex trim packages can stretch the schedule, and we always tell you ahead of time how the schedule looks. You do not need to be home while the crew works, only reachable for the start-of-job and final walkthroughs.
Old siding comes off first, sheathing is checked for rot, and new house wrap and flashing go on before a single new board does. The job ends with a magnetic nail sweep around the perimeter and a walk of every elevation with you.
If your neighborhood has an HOA, we handle the architectural review submission for you, so the paperwork is not standing between you and the start date.
Pinnacle Roofing & Siding has placed in the Best of Northwest Arkansas vote for Best Siding Company four times (Bronze 2021, Bronze 2022, Gold 2023, Bronze 2025). Call (479) 250-1470 for a free estimate.
Brands we install
Four lines, one crew that knows each of them.
We partner with industry-leading manufacturers for lasting quality. For shingle, trim and soffit work that goes with new siding, see soffit and fascia.
James Hardie
The #1 brand of fiber cement siding in North America: durable, fire-resistant, and low-maintenance.
Alside Coventry
Classic horizontal vinyl siding with rich wood-grain texture and exceptional weather resistance.
Alside Ascend
Composite cladding that combines the beauty of real wood with superior durability and insulation.
Alside Board & Batten Premium Vertical
Bold vertical vinyl siding for a modern farmhouse aesthetic with lasting curb appeal.
Siding materials compared
An honest side-by-side before you pick a material.
Three families of siding cover almost every project we do in NWA. Here are the real tradeoffs.
Entry-level to mid-tier
Vinyl
- Lifespan
- 20 to 40 years, depending on grade and installation
- Cost
- Lowest of the three options per square foot
- Maintenance
- Rinse with a hose; no painting
- Hail resistance
- Mid-tier; budget panels can crack in cold
- Color options
- Wide selection across most lines
- Best for
- Budget-conscious replacements, rentals, full-elevation refreshes
Premium: James Hardie
Fiber Cement
30 to 50years with normal maintenance
- Cost
- Highest upfront; lowest cost per year of life
- Maintenance
- Repaint every 10 to 15 years; minor recaulking
- Hail resistance
- Excellent; non-combustible and impact-resistant
- Color options
- ColorPlus pre-finished or paintable on site
- Best for
- Long-term homeowners, fire-prone exposures, premium curb appeal
Mid-to-premium: Alside Ascend
Composite Cladding
- Lifespan
- 30 to 40 years under typical NWA conditions
- Cost
- Between vinyl and fiber cement
- Maintenance
- No painting; rinse to clean
- Hail resistance
- Excellent; foam-backed body absorbs impact
- Insulation
- Built-in foam adds energy performance
- Best for
- Wood-look curb appeal without rot, repaints, or upkeep
What siding replacement costs in Northwest Arkansas
No per-square-foot number here, because it goes stale and steers you wrong.
Every siding estimate is different. What we can tell you is which factors actually move the price. The biggest is house size: square footage of wall, the number of stories, and the number of gables, dormers, and corners all add labor and material. A single-story ranch in Centerton with simple lines costs noticeably less to re-side than a two-story home with multiple gables in Rogers, even at the exact same material grade.
Material choice is the second big lever. Vinyl is typically the lowest-cost path; James Hardie fiber cement is the highest because the material itself costs more and installation takes longer. Composite cladding like Alside Ascend lands in between. Removal of existing siding adds cost too: homes that need rotted sheathing replaced, new house wrap, or extensive trim work will sit higher in the range than a clean tear-off on a sound substrate. Color choice, accent trim, and shake or board-and-batten gables also factor in.
If you are replacing siding because of storm damage, your homeowner’s insurance often covers the bulk of the project minus your deductible. We work directly with adjusters across NWA and can walk you through the claim process; see storm restoration for how that process runs. For non-storm projects, the right path is a written, itemized estimate after an on-site measurement so you can see exactly what is included and where the dollars go.
Want to spread the cost? Our financing page lists 10.99% APR for 180 months through GreenSky. Subject to credit approval. Terms and conditions apply. Minimum purchase may be required. Must mention this offer at time of scheduling. Offers are not applied automatically.
Siding installation timeline
About a week on site, in four moves.
A typical single-family siding replacement runs about a week of on-site work. Larger homes, weather delays, and complex trim packages can stretch the schedule, and we will always tell you ahead of time how the schedule looks.
Tear-off and prep
Old siding comes off, sheathing gets inspected for rot or damage, and any soft spots are repaired. New house wrap goes on along with window and door flashing.
Siding installation
Crews install the new siding from the bottom up, course by course. Length depends on house size, number of stories, and material. Fiber cement runs slower than vinyl, and weather can shift the schedule.
Trim and caulk
Corner posts, J-channel, fascia trim, and accent details get installed. Every penetration, seam, and transition is caulked and sealed to keep weather out of the wall.
Walk-through and cleanup
Job-site cleanup with a magnetic nail sweep around the perimeter, full debris removal, and a final walk-through with you to confirm every elevation looks right and address any punch-list items.
Working with NWA HOAs and neighborhoods
A lot of Northwest Arkansas neighborhoods, across Bentonville, Rogers, Bella Vista, Fayetteville, and beyond, have HOAs with specific rules around siding material, color palettes, and accent finishes. We’ve worked across most of the major NWA HOAs and handle the architectural review submission for you, including color samples, material specs, and any documentation the board requires before work can start.
If your neighborhood has guidelines, bring them to the consultation and we’ll build the estimate around what’s already approved.
Recent siding projects
From the job log: Fayetteville, Garfield, and a navy lap-and-shake home.



“Brad was very easy and thorough to work with. He provided a quick and accurate quote for repair. I highly recommend Pinnacle Roofing for your siding needs.”
Frequently asked questions
Siding questions we hear at the kitchen table.
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Also see soffit and fascia and financing.