Planning a siding project in Aurora? This comprehensive person checklist covers everything you need to know before, during, and after your project. Print it out, check off each item as you go, and use it to stay organized throughout the process. A well-planned project is a successful project — and this checklist helps you avoid the most common mistakes Aurora people make when undertaking siding work.

Whether you are comparing provider quotes, preparing your property, or managing the work in progress, these steps will guide you through every phase. We have compiled this checklist based on feedback from hundreds of Aurora people and input from our network of siding professionals. Each item represents a real lesson learned from actual projects in the Aurora area.

Complete Siding Replacement Checklist

Navigate your siding project with confidence. Follow these steps before, during, and after installation.

Before You Hire

• Walk perimeter — note damaged, warped, or missing siding sections
• Choose material: vinyl (affordable), fiber cement (durable), wood (classic)
• Decide on color and profile (lap, shake, board-and-batten, vertical)
• Decide: full replacement or partial repair
• Check HOA for color or material restrictions
• Get 3+ quotes with square footage, waste factor, and itemized scope

What to Ask Contractors

• Is house wrap or rigid foam underlayment included?
• Are trim, soffit, and fascia included in the price?
• How is rotted sheathing/OSB handled and priced?
• Who removes and reinstalls lights, house numbers, hose bibs?
• Is old siding disposal included?
• Are you a manufacturer-certified installer (for warranty purposes)?

During Installation

• Verify house wrap is properly overlapped and taped
• Check that starter strips and corner posts are level
• Ensure proper nailing — not overdriven or underdriven
• Confirm flashing around windows, doors, and corners
• Document with progress photos

After Installation

• Walk the entire house — check for gaps, loose panels, exposed fasteners
• Verify all accessories are reinstalled (lights, numbers, hose bibs)
• Confirm cleanup — all debris and old siding removed
• Register product warranty with manufacturer
• Plan for caulking and painting schedule (if wood or fiber cement)