Based in West Vancouver — Serving Metro Vancouver
Siding Contractor in West Vancouver
Siding and exterior cladding built for coastal wind, ocean exposure and North Shore rainfall — installed with rain screen detailing as standard.
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Watch Before You Start
Siding in West Vancouver: 3 Things to Know Before You Start
Coastal wind, ocean exposure and heavy rainfall change how siding should be chosen and installed here. This short video covers what to know before you start.
Recent Projects
Our Work in West Vancouver
Real projects completed in West Vancouver — photographed by our team.
Dark Grey Metal Panel Re-Clad
Mixed vertical and diagonal panel layout with cedar accents along the roofline, on a modern hillside home.
Silver ACM Panel Cladding
Silver-toned ACM panels with flush, precise joints and a wood-finish soffit canopy over the entrance.
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Storm Damage Repairs & Insurance Claim Support
Wind-lifted panels, cracked boards or water getting behind your cladding? We repair storm and water damage across West Vancouver — including aluminum and metal siding — and can work directly with your insurance provider on the claim. Urgent repairs are scheduled based on crew availability — send us photos and we'll tell you how soon we can be there.
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Materials
Siding Services We Offer in West Vancouver
From mid-century ranchers in Ambleside to contemporary custom builds in British Properties, we install all major cladding systems on new builds and re-clads — and recommend the right fit for your home's exposure, architecture and budget.
James Hardie Fibre Cement
Best for: most residential projects
Moisture: excellent
Maintenance: low — repaint about every 15 years
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Metal & Aluminum Siding
Best for: coastal and waterfront homes
Moisture: excellent
Maintenance: very low
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ACM, Lux & AL13 Panels
Best for: modern and high-end custom homes
Moisture: excellent
Maintenance: very low
ACM panels · Lux panels · AL13 panels
Longboard & Cedar Siding
Best for: wooded lots and character homes
Moisture: good — with rain screen
Maintenance: medium — restain every 5–8 years
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Stone & Brick Veneer
Best for: accents and traditional homes
Moisture: good
Maintenance: low
Stone siding · Brick and stone siding
Vinyl Siding
Best for: budget-conscious projects
Moisture: very good
Maintenance: very low
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Metal Soffit & Fascia
Deep roof overhangs are a signature of West Coast homes, so the soffit is a finished surface people actually see. We install aluminum and metal soffit and fascia on new builds and re-clads, tying the roofline into the wall system so the whole elevation sheds water as one assembly.
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Material Guide
How to Choose the Best Siding Material for Your West Vancouver Home
Exposure matters more than style. Find your type of home below to see which cladding systems perform best in West Vancouver's conditions.
Your home
Best material
Why it works here
Upkeep
Waterfront or ocean-facinge.g. Dundarave, Eagle Harbour, Horseshoe Bay
Unaffected by salt-laden air and non-absorbent in wind-driven rain.
Very low
Hillside with high wind exposuree.g. British Properties, Cypress Park, Chartwell
James Hardie fibre cement or metal siding
Non-absorbent systems designed for high-moisture, high-wind conditions.
Low to very low
Modern or custom contemporary builde.g. contemporary rebuilds in Sentinel Hill
ACM, Lux or AL13 panels
Clean contemporary finish with excellent moisture resistance.
Very low
Character home or wooded lote.g. Ambleside cottages, Caulfeild post-and-beam
Longboard woodgrain aluminum or cedar siding
Natural wood look that performs well when installed over a rain screen.
Medium — restain every 5–8 years
Traditional home or accent wallse.g. entries, chimneys and feature walls
Stone or brick and stone veneer
Durable accent for entries, bases and feature walls.
Low
Budget-conscious re-side
Lowest upfront option with very good moisture resistance.
Very low
Whichever material you choose, it only performs as well as the rain screen and detailing behind it.
Near a forest or green space? Consider fire resistance too.
The District of West Vancouver's Wildfire Hazard Development Permit Area covers all properties within 100 metres of a forested area — roughly half of the land in the District. Its FireSmart guidelines encourage “fire-resistant and non-combustible design features and materials,” and the District Fire Department recommends them for existing homes as well, even though a permit is only required for new construction. Fibre cement, metal siding and stone veneer are common non-combustible cladding choices — we can walk you through the options for your property.
Source: District of West Vancouver — Wildfire Hazard Development Permits
Before You Hire
What West Vancouver Homeowners Should Know Before Starting a Siding Project
West Vancouver's coastal climate is unforgiving on exteriors. Ocean-facing homes deal with salt-laden air and wind-driven rain, and siding that wasn't installed with moisture management in mind deteriorates faster here.
01
Rain Screen Is Not Optional Here
Many homes built before the mid-2000s were sided without a rain screen — the ventilated cavity that lets moisture drain and dry instead of sitting against your sheathing. At West Vancouver's rainfall levels, trapped water leads to rot, mould and structural damage that can go undetected for years.
02
The Right Material Depends on Your Property
A hillside home in British Properties faces different exposure than a waterfront property in Horseshoe Bay or a tree-shaded lot in Caulfeild. Wind direction, sun, proximity to the ocean and the age of your building envelope all affect which cladding will perform best — your contractor should explain their recommendation clearly before any work begins.
03
Questions Worth Asking Any Contractor
- Are you licensed and WorkSafeBC compliant?
- Is a rain screen standard, or an add-on?
- Does my project need a permit — and who handles it?
- What does your warranty cover?
- Can I see completed projects in West Vancouver?
A contractor who hesitates on any of these is telling you something.
How We Build for West Vancouver's Coastal Exposure
✓ Corrosion-resistant fasteners and trim
Stainless or coated hardware wherever salt air reaches the walls.
✓ Flashing detailed for wind-driven rain
Windows, trims and transitions formed for the direction storms actually come from.
✓ Wider drainage cavities on exposed walls
Extra room behind the cladding on the walls that take the most weather.
✓ Rain screen behind every system
Ventilated, drained cavity as the baseline — not an upgrade.
BC Housing's Building Envelope Guide for Houses covers the minimum building envelope requirements for houses under Part 9 of the BC Building Code, “including requirements for rainscreen in coastal areas.”
Source: BC Housing Research Centre — Building Envelope Guide for Houses, Second Edition (2020)
Why Silver Siding Exterior
Why West Vancouver Homeowners Choose Us
10+
Years of experience
100+
Completed projects
5+ Years
Warranty — depending on material
Free
Itemised estimate — no obligation
Licensed & WorkSafeBC Compliant
Every project meets BC Building Code standards. Fully insured on every job.
Rain Screen as Standard
Not an upgrade — the baseline. Every installation is detailed for Metro Vancouver's rainfall.
Free, Itemised Estimates & Written Warranty
A clear, line-by-line breakdown before any work begins — and a warranty of 5 years or more, depending on the material.
Premium Materials Only
James Hardie, Lux, ACM and AL13 from trusted suppliers. No substitutions without your approval.
Local Team
Based right here at 935 Marine Drive. We know West Vancouver's hillside access, ocean exposure and local permit process.
Clean Job Sites
We respect your property. Thorough cleanup is part of every project, every time.
Our Process
How We Work
No surprises, no vague timelines. Here is exactly what to expect.
01
Free Estimate
We visit as soon as our schedule allows, assess your existing exterior and send a detailed, itemised quote.
02
Material Selection
Options matched to your home's exposure, architecture and budget — with the reasoning explained.
03
Permits & Scheduling
We check whether your project needs a permit, handle it if it does, and confirm a realistic timeline.
04
Installation
On-time crew, BC Building Code standards, rain screen detailing and a clean site throughout.
05
Final Walkthrough
We review the finished work with you and hand over your warranty details before we call it complete.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best siding for West Vancouver's coastal climate?
Fibre cement and metal panel systems are the strongest performers in West Vancouver's conditions. Both are non-absorbent and designed for high-moisture, high-wind environments. For ocean-facing homes, metal cladding has an added advantage: it is unaffected by salt-laden air. Whichever material you choose, a properly installed rain screen behind the cladding is essential for long-term performance.
My siding was damaged in a storm. What should I do?
If it's safe, take photos of the damage, then call or WhatsApp us. We'll let you know how soon a crew can attend — urgent repairs are scheduled based on availability — and we can work directly with your insurance provider on the claim. Learn more about our siding repair service.
Do you install metal soffit and fascia in West Vancouver?
Yes. We install aluminum and metal soffit and fascia on new builds and re-clads across West Vancouver, tying the roofline into the wall system so the whole elevation sheds water together. We're an installation contractor and don't sell materials separately. See our soffit installation service.
Do you take on new construction projects as well as re-cladding?
Yes. We install siding and exterior cladding on new builds as well as replacement and re-cladding projects, with rain screen detailing as standard on both.
Do you take on steep or hillside lots in the British Properties?
Yes. Hillside and steep-lot projects are a regular part of our work in West Vancouver, including the British Properties and Cypress Park. Access, scaffolding and staging are planned during your free estimate. The only projects we don't take on are on the islands, such as Bowen Island.
What does salt air do to siding near the water in Ambleside and Dundarave?
Salt air corrodes standard fasteners and metal trim and wears finishes faster on walls facing the water. Near the shoreline we use stainless or coated fasteners and corrosion-resistant trim, and recommend cladding that holds up to salt exposure, such as metal siding or ACM panels.
Do I need a permit for siding replacement in West Vancouver?
It depends on the scope. Like-for-like cladding replacement often doesn't need a building permit, but work that changes the building envelope or structure may. We confirm this during your estimate and handle the application if one is needed.
Is a rain screen required, and do I need one?
A rain screen system is a ventilated cavity behind your siding that lets moisture drain and dry instead of sitting against your sheathing. Rain screen detailing is required for most new construction under the BC Building Code, and with West Vancouver's rainfall we include it as standard on every re-cladding project.
How much does siding installation cost in West Vancouver?
Costs vary with material, home size, existing condition and site access. West Vancouver properties — especially hillside homes and larger custom builds — often involve extra complexity that affects pricing. We provide free, detailed estimates tailored to your project.
Which neighbourhoods in West Vancouver do you serve?
We work across all of West Vancouver, including Ambleside, Dundarave, British Properties, Caulfeild, Horseshoe Bay, Sentinel Hill, Eagle Harbour, West Bay, Altamont, Gleneagles, Cypress Park, Chartwell and Whytecliff. We don't take on projects on the islands, such as Bowen Island.
Service Area
Serving Every West Vancouver Neighbourhood
From our office on Marine Drive we work across Ambleside, Dundarave, British Properties, Caulfeild, Horseshoe Bay, Sentinel Hill, Eagle Harbour, West Bay, Altamont, Gleneagles, Cypress Park, Chartwell and Whytecliff.
Silver Siding Exterior
935 Marine Dr #703, West Vancouver, BC V7T 1A7
Mon–Fri 7:30 am – 6:00 pm · Sat–Sun by appointment
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