In an exclusive interview with Australia's Sunday Night that aired this week, the late princess's former lover James Hewitt was asked point-blank about a pesky rumor that has been circulating since the '80s â that he, not Prince Charles, is the biological father of Prince Harry.
Here's a closer look at the longevity numbers in the NAHB and InterNACHI reports: 1  Aluminum siding -- The InterNACHI report projects that aluminum siding should last for 25 to 40 years.  Brick veneer -- Both the NAHB and the InterNACHI indicate that brick is a good choice for a long lasting exterior veneer.
Vinyl does last longer than wood, but in extreme weather it's less durable. Strong winds can lift panels from the wall, and any windblown debris or heavy hailstones can dent or otherwise puncture vinyl siding. Look for vinyl siding manufacturers who warranty their siding in winds stronger than 150 miles per hour.