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A Siding Installation That Protects, Performs, and Looks Great

Peeling, cracked, or outdated siding doesn’t just affect curb appeal — it puts your home at risk. At Custom Installations, we replace failing siding with beautiful, long-lasting systems that upgrade your home’s protection, performance, and value.

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Our Certifications & Trusted Brands

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Old Siding Doesn’t Just Look Bad — It Lets Trouble In

Faded panels and warping boards are signs your siding is breaking down. Left untreated, moisture seeps into your walls, insulation suffers, and energy bills climb. We help you replace what’s failing with a custom-fit system built for the long haul.

Our Siding Replacement Services

We don’t just throw panels over old problems. We remove failing siding, address underlying issues, and install a new system that performs and protects for years to come.

Why You Can Count on Us for Your Siding Replacement

With more than 50 years of experience and thousands of successful projects across Illinois and Wisconsin, we know what works — and how to install it right. No guesswork, no gaps, just a home exterior you can trust.

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Replacement Options to Match Your Style & Budget

Vinyl Siding Replacement

Durable, affordable, and low maintenance — vinyl siding offers modern energy efficiency with a wide range of textures and colors to suit any home.

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Cedar Siding Installation

For timeless curb appeal and natural beauty, we install high-quality cedar siding, sealed and treated to resist moisture and weathering while preserving its grain and warmth.

Cedar Siding Replacement

Fiber Cement Siding Installation

Get the look of real wood with superior durability. Fiber cement siding resists fire, pests, and extreme weather — with deep texture and lasting color.

Fiber Cement Siding Replacement

Brands We Trust for Long-Term Performance

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James Hardie™ Siding Systems

We’re a certified James Hardie™ installer — offering fiber cement siding built for Midwest conditions, backed by a leading manufacturer warranty.

LP® SmartSide® Replacements

Treated with SmartGuard® for maximum moisture and impact resistance, LP® SmartSide® offers strength, style, and flexibility for almost any home.

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“We replaced our siding with Custom and couldn’t be happier. The house looks brand new — and we’ve already noticed lower energy bills.”

A true siding replacement doesn’t just improve looks — it boosts performance, resale value, and peace of mind. With Custom Installations, you get a partner who handles every detail with craftsmanship and care.

About Custom Installations, Inc.

We’re a second-generation, family-operated company built on one core belief:

Craftsmanship matters. Always has, always will.

With deep roots in Chicagoland and Metro Milwaukee, our team has served homeowners, architects, and builders since 1969. From small repairs to historical restorations, we deliver consistent, high-quality results.

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Our Completed Projects

Explore our past work in your neighborhood.

Hear From Homeowners Like You

Discover what real homeowners are saying about their experience with us. From start to finish, our team is committed to delivering quality, reliability, and results you can trust.

Greta Harrris

John Robinson & crew was a pleasure to work with: very professional, respectful & competent. They kept me informed of their work schedule at all times & even went the extra mile to address a vent issue that I did not know I had. I would highly recommend using Custom Installations for their quality of work & making the customer feel at ease answering every question. Very satisfied.

Carol Ann B.

My garage I had vinyl siding was done in one day . They did a great job I am so happy i had it done. the crew were working hard all day and the project manager, John Robinson, came often to check on the work. I will recommend this company to my friends.

Jonathan J.

John Robinson at Custom Installations was a pleasure to work with from beginning to end. He was extremely responsive, collaborative and nice, which is rare these days. His team worked diligently for nearly a month. Overall, it was a great experience to work with John and his team at Custom Installations.

Denali

Had Custom installations redo the entire exterior,(hardie board) roof, and gutters of our home and the results were great! Very professional and organized. Whenever I had a concern or question, my point of contact and project lead, John was an invaluable resource and took care of any issues or questions immediately. I was very impressed with his knowledge and ability to communicate my concerns and wants to whatever crew was working for the entirety of the project. Would definitely recommend and use custom installations on future projects.

Ryan Chitwood

I was in need of a metal crew that could do very high end copper work and was recommended this company by a major national player that owns a company in Denver, Co. The people at Custom Installations were amazing from start to finish, literally. They traveled here during the week for work and were so careful and respectful. Their copper/metal work is as good as I have ever seen. They just completed the most beautiful roof we have ever done for a homeowner. Their communication was fluid and consistent and we had zero issues. For a job with a ticket that size, we needed this to be a smooth process and Custom Installations Inc knocked it out of the park for us. Thank you guys!

Rob

Custom Installation was great to work with through this whole process. From the beginning, Ted Aydt Was very professional and thorough with the bid and immensely helpful with the insurance issues. On the job, the whole crew was great and so respectful. John Robinson was The project manager and always kept us up-to-date as did the office staff. I would definitely recommend them for your roofing job.

Will Lynn

Our old siding and part of our garage where damaged due to a storm which resulted in our house needing to be completely re-sided and part of the garage roof replaced. We chose Custom Installation not only for the quality of their work but their skilled teams knowledge of insurance claims. Bruce truly made this entire process as smooth as possible. We could lot be happier with how our house turned out.

Jacob Rosenfeld

We just hired Custom Installations to re-side & re-roof my home. We chose James Hardie, Board & Baton siding. The Custom Installations team was awesome, from my sales contact, Brad Hironimus, to the installers. Despite the house being originally constructed in the 1960's, it now looks brand new and I expect will further stand the test of time. The foreman assigned to our job, John Robinson, was exceptional. He was extremely responsive and always arrived on site with a great attitude. Whenever I had questions or concerns, he was easy to reach and successfully drove the team into delivering a fantastic result. I would definitely refer the Custom Installations team to anyone looking to improve their home.

Robert Tschurtz

We recently had a new asphalt roof installed on our residence here in Wisconsin. Mr. Pohlman and his crew were professional, timely, and exacting in the quality of their work. The project started and ended on time with no issues. Our property was left in the same condition as when they started. Mr. Pohlman was always available by email and personal cell phone for any questions, and personally on site. Overall, an excellent experience all the way around. Very rare these days.

Brett Paschke

The roof looks great and communication from Kevin and team was excellent throughout. Bob and the onsite team were up on the roof in below zero weather getting the job done.

David Held

Danny was able to arrange for contractor to remove the solar panels. He and his crew did a great job reroofing our home.

Jonathan Jonas

John Robinson at Custom Installations was a pleasure to work with from beginning to end. He was extremely responsive, collaborative and nice, which is rare these days. His team worked diligently for nearly a month. Overall, it was a great experience to work with John and his team at Custom Installations.

What Homeowners Ask Us Most

How do I know if my siding needs to be replaced, not just repaired?

If you’re seeing widespread fading, warping, rot, or rising energy bills, it’s likely time for a full replacement. We offer free assessments to help you make the right call.

We specialize in fiber cement (James Hardie™), natural cedar, and high-performance vinyl — all installed to manufacturer specs and matched to your home’s architectural style.

Yes. We do a full tear-off to inspect the underlying structure, replace damaged sheathing, and ensure your new siding system is properly installed from the ground up.

Most full-home replacements take 3–5 days, depending on the size and complexity of your home. We’ll give you a clear timeline before we begin — and stick to it.

Absolutely. This is a great time to modernize your exterior. We offer design guidance and siding profiles in a wide range of colors, textures, and trim accents to match your vision.

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Got More Questions?

We’re here to help. Whether you’re unsure about roof types, warranty details, or what to expect during installation—we’ll walk you through it all with zero pressure.

Give Us a call.

Want answers fast? Talk directly with our team — no call centers, no runaround. We’re here to help with quotes, questions, and urgent service needs.

We’ll call you.

Prefer we reach out? No problem. Just share your info and we’ll give you a call — usually within the same business day.

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Tell us a bit about your project and we’ll send you a detailed estimate — no pressure, no obligation. Just clear, honest pricing from people who know what they’re doing.

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Free Estimate!

No spam. No obligation. Just straight answers and a clear quote.

By clicking "Submit", you agree to have Custom Installations contact you about a free estimate and keep you informed about sales in the future. We may use an auto-phone system to contact you by phone or text. You do not need to make a purchase or submit this form but instead can call (847) 932-4500 to arrange for a free estimate. Please be aware that all calls are recorded for quality and safety purposes. Privacy Policy