Is aluminum or vinyl siding more energy efficient?

Vinyl is the most popular type of siding due to its ability to withstand wear and tear and its affordability, and when it comes to choosing between aluminum or vinyl siding for your home, it is important to keep in mind how the material will affect your long-term energy costs.

Differences

Vinyl is thicker than aluminum, protecting against weather elements. This helps insulate your home more efficiently. Vinyl siding is on average 0.20 inch to 0.25 inch thicker than aluminum.

Considerations

Aluminum is not as energy efficient as vinyl. However, given the fact that vinyl is synthetically made, it can do more damage to the environment during the manufacturing process.