St. Louis independent city homes built before 1950 in neighborhoods such as Soulard, Lafayette Square, and Benton Park often feature brick or frame construction that requires precise furring strips and moisture barriers before aluminum panels go up. Frequent severe storms bring high winds and hail that can dent or loosen improperly fastened aluminum, so installers add extra clips and sealed seams along gable ends. Hot summers cause metal expansion while cold winters pull it tight, making proper nailing schedules essential to prevent buckling on south-facing walls common in Central West End and Shaw.
In areas like Forest Park Southeast and Carondelet, many two-story homes sit on sloped lots where water runoff concentrates at the foundation. Aluminum siding here needs a minimum 6-inch clearance above grade plus integrated flashing to keep moisture from wicking behind the panels during spring thaws. Nearby cities such as Clayton and Webster Groves have similar stock but with more post-war additions, requiring matching of existing trim profiles so new aluminum transitions cleanly without gaps.
Downtown and Midtown buildings often carry additional wind-load considerations near the Gateway Arch corridor. Installers use heavier-gauge aluminum and reinforced starter strips on these exposures. Homeowners in University City and Kirkwood frequently request vented soffit integration with the new siding to improve attic airflow during humid summer months.
The Delmar Loop and Tower Grove South present narrow lots with limited staging space, so crews stage materials on the street and work in sections to avoid blocking traffic. Proper removal of old wood siding in these blocks frequently reveals deteriorated sheathing that must be replaced before aluminum can be installed to code.
Technician insight
In St. Louis the thing that catches most people out with aluminum siding installation is the hidden deterioration behind original wood on pre-1940 homes in Soulard and The Hill; once you open the walls you often find sheathing that needs replacement before any panels can go on, especially after repeated freeze-thaw cycles and poor drainage on sloped lots.
Tower Grove South Two-Story Replacement
Homeowner called after spring storms loosened aluminum on the south gable. We found rotted sheathing and missing housewrap behind the old panels. Crew replaced damaged boards, added new drainage plane and reinforced clips, then reinstalled matching aluminum. Home now handles summer expansion and winter contraction without buckling.
Aluminum Siding Installation Services We Offer
✓Storm-Damaged Aluminum Siding Installation
Replaces panels torn or dented by St. Louis severe storms using reinforced fastening patterns suited to high-wind zones.
✓Aluminum Siding on Brick Homes
Mounts aluminum over existing brick in Soulard and Lafayette Square homes with furring and drainage planes to manage moisture.
✓Historic District Aluminum Siding Installation
Matches profile and color requirements for older homes in The Hill and Benton Park while meeting local review guidelines.
✓Two-Story Aluminum Siding Installation
Handles access and safety on multi-level homes common in Shaw and Forest Park Southeast with proper scaffolding and fall protection.
✓Aluminum Siding with Integrated Soffit
Combines new aluminum siding and vented soffit to improve attic airflow in humid summers across University City and Kirkwood.
Aluminum Siding Installation Cost in St. Louis, MO
| Service | Typical Range | What Affects It |
|---|---|---|
| Full-home aluminum siding installation | $9,500–$18,000 | Varies by square footage, stories, and access in older brick neighborhoods. |
| Gable end replacement only | $1,800–$3,200 | Common after storms; price rises with height and decorative trim. |
| Siding plus soffit package | $11,000–$20,000 | Includes ventilation upgrades needed in humid summers. |
| Historic-profile aluminum install | $12,000–$22,000 | Extra labor for custom trim matching in Soulard and Lafayette Square. |
Ranges are typical for St. Louis, MO and confirmed with an exact written quote before any work starts.
How it works
- 1
Site Assessment
Measure elevations, check for rot, and note drainage patterns on sloped lots typical in Carondelet and Tower Grove South.
- 2
Material Selection
Choose gauge and finish rated for freeze-thaw cycles and severe storm exposure in the independent city.
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Preparation
Remove old siding, repair sheathing, and install housewrap plus furring strips where needed on brick or frame walls.
- 4
Panel Installation
Hang aluminum with proper expansion gaps, sealed seams, and extra clips on gable ends facing prevailing winds.
- 5
Final Trim and Cleanup
Install matching trim, caulk penetrations, and remove debris before final walkthrough.
Pricing
Upfront written quotes provided during Mon–Fri 8am–6pm or Sat 9am–2pm visits.