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Brick or siding for my home exterior?

Asked by Carl B | Ames, IA | 03-11-2026

Maggie Kalin
Maggie Kalin03-11-2026 (1 month ago)

I would keep the brick, You could explore staining the brick if it really looks that bad but overall people and appraisers like brick because it is lower maintenance and more durable than other exterior materials. Also, covered brick can indicate covering a problem and there is no easy way for a buyer to check if there are cracks/repairs needed to the masonry after the siding has been put over it.