Comprehensive Siding & Roofing Articles

Discover essential insights and tips for enhancing your home's exterior through our collection of articles. Learn about everything from reducing maintenance with steel siding and roofing to enhancing your home's curb appeal. Get practical advice on choosing the right materials and designs to protect and beautify your home efficiently
Board and Batten Siding Ideas for a Timeless Home Exterior

Board and Batten Siding Ideas for a Timeless Home Exterior

Scroll through home inspiration lately, and you'll notice a common thread: board and batten siding is everywhere.  This distinctive vertical profile has become a favorite for homeowners looking to give…

Hail Damage to Your Roof: DIY Assessment vs Pro Inspection

Hail Damage to Your Roof: DIY Assessment vs Pro Inspection

Hail damage hides in plain sight. We explain what homeowners can safely check, and when a professional inspection is necessary.

How to Stand Out When Homeowners Compare Bids

How to Stand Out When Homeowners Compare Bids

Learn how you can best stand out when your customers are comparing multiple bids. Build trust, demonstrate expertise, and offer high-value solutions to drive confidence with your customers.

See What’s New from EDCO at Build Show Live 2026

See What’s New from EDCO at Build Show Live 2026

Experience the latest innovations in steel roofing, siding, and architectural cladding

How to Keep a Steel Roofing or Siding Job Moving

How to Keep a Steel Roofing or Siding Job Moving

Efficiency on a steel roofing or siding job is not about rushing the crew. It is about removing the small points of friction that quietly add hours to a job, or worse, bring the crew back weeks later for a callback.

Built for Summer Storm Seasons

Built for Summer Storm Seasons

Summer storms do not politely target the roof and leave the rest of the house alone. A single storm cell can drop hail on the roof, drive rain sideways into the siding, tear at the soffit and fascia, and overwhelm the gutters, all inside of thirty minutes.

Signs You Need a New Roof

Signs You Need a New Roof

Your roof works hard every day to protect your home from rain, wind, hail, snow, and the sun's harsh UV rays. But, like any part of your home's exterior, it won't last forever. The good news? Most…

The Exterior Industry Has a Labor Problem

The Exterior Industry Has a Labor Problem

The construction labor shortage is reshaping how homeowners plan exterior projects. Durable steel roofing and siding are part of the response.

80 Years in Hopkins

80 Years in Hopkins

Since 1946, EDCO has been making exterior building products in Hopkins, Minnesota. Eighty years on, we're still here.

Why Now Is the Best Time to Invest in Your Home’s Exterior

Why Now Is the Best Time to Invest in Your Home’s Exterior

Thinking about renovating or building? Learn why investing in a durable, low-maintenance exterior today can protect your home, reduce future costs, and deliver lasting value for decades.

How to Avoid Mid-Project Cost Surprises with Smarter Material Planning

How to Avoid Mid-Project Cost Surprises with Smarter Material Planning

Unexpected material costs can erode project profits and delay schedules. Learn how choosing a single-source manufacturer can help contractors improve cost stability and project planning.

Summer Home Exterior Health Check: 12 Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore

Summer Home Exterior Health Check: 12 Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore

Summer is the ideal time to inspect your home’s exterior. Use this homeowner-friendly checklist to spot early warning signs before small issues turn into costly repairs.