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Alside Siding Reviews
Alside has been manufacturing siding products since its inception back in 1947. This makes the company one of the longest standing siding companies in the United States. While I wouldn't put Alside in my best vinyl siding brands, they are nonetheless at the top of the pack for the second tier. Generally, they make a good product for mid range homes. I'm just not sure they would be my go-to for higher end projects. Explore Alside siding reviews from real homeowners below. Discover the strengths, weaknesses, and overall experiences with these products.
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Bill - Site Editor - Page Last Updated: August 31, 2025
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Product Questions
We are in the process of replacing 7 windows and the exterior siding on a house that we haven't yet decided whether we are staying in forever or just for the next ten years. We're doing the windows first and then the siding because of the overall expense. Our home is from 1983 and the windows and siding have seen their day and now really need to be replaced.
For windows, we are looking at the Alside Mezzo windows and our contractor is recommending the Alside Charter Oak clapboard vinyl siding. Honestly, I think it looks kinda cheesy myself, but I do like the color selection. I was hoping you could talk about both of these products and give me your own rating on each.
Thanks much for all of your Alside siding reviews and advice to newbies like myself.
Judi - Homeowner - from 20225
[Website Editor Reply]
Judi, so if you are staying in your home forever, then I think the conversation does have to change. While the Alside Mezzo and Charter Oak siding are good, I wouldn't say they are great. (No offense to Alside, but there are better options out there. ProVia is one of those companies so definitely check out our ProVia Siding Reviews page to read my take on the company and their siding options.)
One quick note: I would really try to do both the windows and siding at the same time. Truly, it will save you lots of money and headache if you can get them done at the same time. Easier said than done, right? :)
If your timeline is less than this, then I think it makes sense to talk about Alside. Alside Mezzo windows are a very decent vinyl series and I like his option generally for a less than 20 year life span in the home. The Charter Oak is nice looking and it has the same overall expected lifespan as the windows. Also, I agree with you on the colors. Vinyl siding installation is really important so please make sure that your contractor is experienced in installing the product. There is nothing worse than when the project finishes up and it looks like cheap vinyl siding.
Bill - Website Editor - from 2025
Great Siding - Problem Installation
While I cannot complain about the Alside vinyl siding itself, it's been the installation where I have had endless problems. I started my vinyl siding project six weeks ago and it's still not finished. I seem to have spent my days on the phone to Sears discussing the problems without any solutions.
Since the project began, some of the siding has come loose due to the contractor removing a drip edge and allowing the wind to basically tear the roofing material. In turn, the thermal barrier has gaps and now Sears is blaming the wind and not the work undertaken by their contractor. I have to wonder if this will ever be completed.
2024 - Andrew - Homeowner
Highly Recommended
I can only offer praise about the Alside Conquest vinyl siding which I had installed on my home six years ago. Since then we have had some major storms, including a tornado which caused my home to be battered with debris. Only a few pieces of siding needed replacing. Overall I've had no problems at all and I do expect the siding to last many more years. It looks great, the color hasn't faded at all and it's highly economical. In a few years when I need new siding, I'll definitely be using Alside, its affordable and superior quality and I would not hesitate in recommending it to anyone in the market for great siding for their home.
2021 - Jason - Homeowner
Easy to Install - Good Quality
I am a contractor and have extensive experience installing siding on homes in my local area. I have probably done at least ten homes using Alside Prodigy siding. What I love about this option is that it is available in 16' panels, so I use less panels and reduce the seams on the property. The siding itself is very easy to install, looks good and has ample insulation.
2020 - Richard - Contractor
Poor Warranty
Unfortunately, I have had a horrible experience with Alside and wouldn't recommend them to anyone. Their warranty department needs some customer service training. After completing the documentation they requested, I received a basic letter in return advising me that I was not covered by the warranty. Trying to speak to someone on the phone is near impossible as the managers seem to spend their days in meetings and anyone you get on the phone, simply says that I should have received a letter. Bad warranty, poor customer service, not recommended.
2020 - Andrea - Homeowner
Alside vs. Alcoa Mastic and Certainteed
As a siding professional I get to see all the lines available for vinyl siding and I must say that Alcoa Mastic and some of the Certainteed products are better than the Alside Prodigy line. While Alside Prodigy is fine and used by many homeowners, it just isn't my first choice when it comes to quality vinyl siding.
2019 - Peter - Siding Professional
Completely Maintenance Free
I had Alside vinyl siding installed on my home over ten years ago and since them I haven't needed to do any maintenance. The one I chose was the wood grain effect, it looks real and blended in with my property perfectly. They also offered an extensive color range and have a number of other accessories available from doors to windows. Overall a great company with a great product.
2018 - Justin - Homeowner
Alside vs Variform
The company I work for does a lot of jobs with Variform siding and they like it quite a bit. I've only hung jobs with Alside Charter Oak panels and thought it was a very good product.
Dale - Installer - 2017
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