Siding in Aksarben
New Siding for Established Central Omaha Homes
The Aksarben area takes its name from the old Ak-Sar-Ben racetrack, which once anchored this part of central Omaha. Today Aksarben Village has replaced the track with shops, offices, and townhomes, but the residential streets around it, from Elmwood Park and UNO to the blocks along Center Street and Leavenworth, are filled with brick Tudors, Cape Cods, and mid-century ranches built between the 1920s and 1960s. Many still have original wood, aluminum, or early vinyl siding that Nebraska's hail, wind, and temperature swings have worn down.
New siding protects the structure of your home while keeping a look that fits the neighborhood. As a certified installer, we specialize in James Hardie fiber cement siding, which offers traditional lap and shingle profiles that suit older homes. Learn more about all of our siding services.
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What We Look For
Signs Your Siding Needs Attention
These are the issues we most often find on Aksarben homes. If you notice any of them, it's worth having your siding looked at.
Aging Siding on Mid-Century Homes
Many homes around Aksarben were built between the 1920s and 1960s and still have original wood, aluminum, or early vinyl siding. After decades of Nebraska weather, rot, dents, and faded or brittle panels often show up along gable ends, around windows, and near the roofline.
Cracks or Chips
Impact from hail or debris can crack fiber cement and chip vinyl siding. Even small cracks allow moisture to get behind the siding and cause damage to the structure underneath.
Peeling or Failing Paint
Paint that keeps peeling no matter how often it is redone usually means moisture is getting into the siding. On older homes this is often the first sign the material underneath is breaking down.
Warping or Buckling
Siding that has warped, bubbled, or pulled away from the wall is no longer sealing properly. This is often caused by moisture intrusion or improper installation and needs to be addressed before it gets worse.
Mold or Mildew Growth
Mature trees shade many lots near Elmwood Park and the UNO campus, which can keep siding damp. Mold or mildew growing on or behind your siding indicates that moisture is getting in and can lead to rot in the underlying structure.
Gaps at Seams or Joints
Gaps between siding panels, at corners, or around windows and doors allow wind-driven rain to penetrate behind the siding. This is a common failure point on older installations.
Siding Options
Siding Products We Install in Aksarben
We carry products built for Nebraska weather, with lap, shingle, and board-and-batten profiles that complement the brick and mid-century homes around Aksarben.
Storm Damage
Siding Damaged by Hail or Wind?
Standard Nebraska homeowners policies generally cover sudden hail and wind damage to siding, minus your deductible. We work with insurance companies regularly and have helped plenty of Aksarben homeowners through storm damage claims from start to finish.
We inspect and photograph every area of damage, build a detailed report for your adjuster, and can meet them on-site. From storm-damaged sections to full re-siding projects, our crews match existing profiles wherever possible. Learn more on our insurance claims page.
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What Aksarben Homeowners Should Know
Re-siding a home built in the 1920s through the 1960s is different from working on new construction. Once the old material comes off, we often find worn sheathing, missing house wrap, or areas where moisture has been getting in for years. We take the time to address what is underneath, not just what is on top, so your new siding performs the way it should.
Mature trees, tight driveways, and busy streets near Aksarben Village and UNO are common. Our crews protect your property, keep the site clean every day, and recommend materials and profiles that complement your home's brick and the neighborhood around it.
Our Process
Our Siding Installation Process
A simple, straightforward process with honest answers and no pressure.
Free Inspection and Estimate
A project manager visits your Aksarben home, assesses your siding and what is underneath it, and gives you an honest recommendation with no pressure and no obligation.
Material and Color Selection
We help you choose a product, profile, and color that fits your home's architecture. You will see real samples against your existing trim and roof before anything is ordered.
Scheduled Installation
We give you a firm installation date and show up on time. We protect your landscaping, handle material delivery, and haul away all old siding when we are done.
Final Walkthrough
Your project manager inspects every wall, trim piece, and caulk line with you and makes sure the site is spotless before we call the job done.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Royalty Roofing and Siding serves Aksarben and the surrounding central Omaha neighborhoods, including Elmwood Park, Aksarben Village, Dundee, and the area around UNO. Call (402) 216-8850 to schedule a free siding estimate.
Yes. Many Aksarben homes were built between the 1920s and 1960s and combine brick with siding on gables, dormers, and upper stories. We recommend profiles and colors that complement the brick and each home's style. James Hardie and LP SmartSide both offer lap, shingle, and board-and-batten options.
For most Aksarben homes we recommend James Hardie fiber cement. It holds up to Nebraska hail, does not rot, and offers profiles that fit established homes. LP SmartSide is a strong choice if you want the look of real wood, and ProVia vinyl is a quality low-maintenance option.
It is common on older homes. Once the old siding comes off, we inspect the sheathing and framing underneath. Any rot or damage we find is documented and discussed with you before work continues, so there are no surprises.
Standard Nebraska homeowners policies generally cover sudden hail and wind damage, minus your deductible. We work with insurance companies regularly, including State Farm, Allstate, Farmers, and USAA, and can document the damage and meet your adjuster.
Yes. Royalty Roofing and Siding is a fully licensed and insured contractor and has served Aksarben and the greater Omaha area since 2010. We stand behind our work long after the job is done.
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