If you live in an area that experiences high winds from hurricanes or where hail damage is a threat, your cladding’s toughness should influence your selection, especially if you decide to go with vinyl, which is historically a more fragile type of siding. There are several vinyl siding manufacturers that provide specific hail damage clauses in their warranty policies, covering you in the event of damage. Also be wary of the possibility of sun damage and fading in warranty policies, since vinyl generally isn’t repainted. Fortunately, most brands will allow you to review the details of a sample policy online before you even talk to a salesperson.