(DIY)
(decorative, insulated siding & intensive labor)
Cost to install fiber-cement siding varies greatly by region (and even by zip code).
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More than a quarter of new homes are built with fiber-cement siding, a fairly new option that combines durability, style, and value into one effective siding product. Fiber cement is made with cellulose fiber, concrete, and often recycled materials such as glass, which makes it eco-friendly. It is also made in a mold with real wood, so it takes on a natural wood texture. Moreover, one of the main advantages of this siding material is, in fact, the way it can be painted or stained like wood: the paint is applied under heat and pressure, which means that it won't peel as wood does.
However, the major advantage, for which many new homes are having fiber cement siding put on, is the fact that this material is currently reocuping about 84% of its cost at time of resale, which makes it one of the best home improvements in terms of investment for the last 7 years in a row, according to Cost versus Value reports by Remodeling Magazine.
The cost of installing fiber-cement siding on a new addition or a newly constructed home depends on a variety of factors, including the style of the siding and the size of the home. A typical 12'x16' addition will cost $4-$10 per square foot of fiber-cement siding. However, despite being more expensive than some types of siding, it pays for itself over time with the lower maintenance costs and the above-mentioned advantages. While it is possible to install siding yourself, it is recommended to hire a contractor for larger projects.
Cost to install fiber-cement siding varies greatly by region (and even by zip code). To get free estimates from local contractors, please indicate yours.