Aluminum siding, trim coil, brake work, fascia and gutters.
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Gentek Deluxe Aluminum and Woodgrain Series 2000 are both aluminum siding systems, but they create very different exterior looks. Learn how contractors should compare smooth vs. woodgrain texture, profile choices, shadow lines, colors, homeowner preferences and project goals before making a recommendation.
Read More →Aluminum siding can be a strong option for the right project, but it should not be recommended automatically. Learn when contractors should step away from aluminum because another siding material, profile, performance characteristic or project solution better fits the homeowner.
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Aluminum siding is not the right recommendation for every homeowner, but there are projects where it deserves serious consideration. Learn five situations where contractors should consider presenting aluminum siding and how to explain the recommendation without overselling the product.
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Great custom aluminum brake work should do more than finish the job—it should help sell the next one. Learn why siding and exterior contractors should photograph their best window wraps, fascia, trim, corners and custom brake details and how those photos can become powerful sales and training tools.
Read More →Gentek offers both vinyl and Hi-Tensile aluminum soffit systems. Compare their profiles, ventilation options, appearance, vertical applications, fascia coordination, maintenance, damage risks, and installed costs before choosing.
Read More →Gutters and downspouts should not be selected after the siding and fascia are installed. Learn how to coordinate Gentek gutter coil and rainware for color, drainage, attachment, and long-term exterior performance.
Read More →Gentek Performance G8 trim coil is designed for formability and resistance to scratching and marring. Learn how those characteristics may reduce avoidable scrap, remakes, and visible jobsite damage.
Read More →Hi-Tensile aluminum soffit is available in solid, center-vented, and fully vented configurations. Learn how to select the right panel from the attic’s calculated intake requirements—not appearance or guesswork.
Read More →Soffit and fascia are not decorative afterthoughts. Learn how Gentek Hi-Tensile aluminum soffit and Deluxe fascia protect rooflines, support attic ventilation, and coordinate with siding and rainware.
Read More →Older homes often have uneven walls, aging wood siding, and decades of exterior repairs. See when Gentek aluminum siding makes sense—and what contractors must inspect before installation begins.
Read More →Woodgrain siding is not right for every home. Learn when Gentek Deluxe smooth aluminum siding offers the cleaner lines, traditional character, and low-maintenance performance a project needs.
Read More →Gentek Deluxe and Woodgrain Series 2000 offer two different approaches to aluminum siding. Compare their finishes, profiles, colors, and best applications before choosing the right product for your project.
Read More →We stock 50 trim coil colors, soffit and fascia, along with Malco tools and Tapco brakes. We keep limited quantities of Gentek aluminum siding on hand.