(repairing 12’-12-½’ vinyl piece of siding)
(reparing brick siding on a 1,500 sq.ft. house)
Cost to repair siding varies greatly by region (and even by zip code).
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The average cost of repairing siding is $600 - $1,200.
For decades, siding has been a viable external shell for any home or business. In the early days, siding was typically simple wood clapboard. However, vinyl 1 and aluminum siding have become popular options that are easy to care for and maintain.
The cost to repair a 170-foot section of damaged siding naturally varies, depending on the material. To replace a singular piece of wood siding averages $100-$150 per section, plus labor. A contractor charges $40-$50 per hour. To replace a 170 sq.ft. section of siding averages $600-$1,200 in material and labor.
Siding acts as the protective shell for your home. This means that it is exposed to often extreme weather conditions, which take their toll on the appearance and stability of the siding. In many cases, siding can start to show visual signs of damage. You may notice broken or cracked siding. Mold, fungus, or mildew can build up on the siding’s surface and require removal to restore the siding to its former glory. Also, you may notice missing nails or areas where the caulking 2 is damaged or gone. After a storm, it is not uncommon for tree limbs or flying debris to hit the siding’s surface and cause dents or cracks, which also must be promptly repaired.
Several things should be taken into consideration when determining the cost to repair the damaged siding. Often the location of the damage matters if it is in hard-to-reach areas such as behind shrubs or other obstacles. Also, a home that has multiple stories will require ladders to repair high damage. Vinyl siding tends to be the most cost-efficient siding to repair. Aluminum siding is often expensive or impossible to effectively repair because it is difficult to match the color of the old siding with the new. In time, all siding suffers fading or cracking. Replacing pieces of siding or repairing cracks tends to be relatively easy. Extensive damage, such as from a storm, may require the replacement of a whole wall of siding.
Different types of siding are more prone to certain damage or problems.
Type | Damage | Repairs |
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Vinyl ($40/12’-12-½’ piece) | Fading Cracking | The faded or cracked piece must be removed and replaced |
Stucco ($9/bag of stucco) ($22/finishing material) ($6.00-$9.00/sq.ft.) | Cracks in the mortar 3 | The best way to repair medium-sized cracks is to have the cracks filled in with stucco 4 |
Bricks or stone ($8-$10/sq.ft. of repair) ($2-$3/sq.ft. ofgrout 7 andmortar 5) | Cracking | Cracks in the mortar surrounding brick and stone siding must be filled in using grout 5 or mortar |
Wood ($100-$150/6 ft. section) | Fading Cracking Rot | The faded, rotten, or cracked section must be removed and replaced |
Fiber cement ($1.62/sq.ft.) ($40-$50/hr) | Cracking | Often the best way to repair the damage is to have the section replaced |
Aluminum ($7/sq.ft. for repair) ($755-$1,207/170 sq.ft. replacement) | Fading Dents | Virtually impossible to repair without replacement |
No matter what type of siding you have, most siding contractors charge from $40-$50 for installation, replacement, or repair of all siding. The damaged siding must be removed and discarded. Many contractors will lay an insulation or vapor barrier 6 prior to hanging the new siding.
Typically, a contractor will include labor in the price per square foot. However, a small repair job is usually determined simply using the amount of time that it will take to repair the damage. To repair a single piece of damaged vinyl siding usually takes a contractor one hour to remove the damaged piece, lay any underlayment 7, and replace it with a new piece. Siding contractors charge $40-$50 per hour plus the cost of the siding which averages $40. The total amount to replace a damaged section of vinyl siding averages $80-$90.
Most vinyl siding can easily be repaired by replacing a small section of siding. A single section of vinyl siding that measures 12' to 12-1/2' long averages $40 per piece and takes a siding repairman only an hour to repair at a cost of $40-$50 per hour. However, colored aluminum siding is often difficult to match so many siding repair companies will recommend that you replace the entire wall to effectively match the color of the siding. The cost to replace 170 sq.ft. of damaged aluminum siding averages $755-$1,207 for labor and supplies. Bricks, stone, and stucco can all easily be repaired and not require replacement. A masonry expert will fill in any cracks using stucco or mortar for a cost of $8-$10 per square foot. Fiber cement 8 is more difficult to repair and often requires that a single sheet of the siding be replaced to effectively repair the damage. The cost of a sheet of fiber cement that measures 48-in. x 96-in averages $36 and the cost of labor is $40-$50 per hour. Any time a section of siding can be repaired it is much cheaper than complete replacement.
Siding options | Pros | Cons |
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Repair | Cheaper Easier | May not exactly match the existing siding Repair spots may be noticeable |
Replacement | Looks perfect when complete | Expensive Complete replacement usually requires a professional Cannot be handled as a simple DIY project |
A new coat of paint can add life to any siding. The average cost to paint 1,500 sq.ft. of siding is $1,850-$2,500.
The price to fix siding varies depending on the material. However, most contractors charge between $40-$50 per hour for labor.
You can use caulk to repair the hole. Simply find a caulking material that is waterproof and matches the shade of the final siding. Fill the hole with the caulk, smooth the surface, and allow it to dry.
Siding repair refers to fixing small areas of damage on siding, such as areas that are cracked or fading.
Siding is used to further protect your home, provide additional insulation, and also offer curb appeal.
To have vinyl siding installed on a 1.500 sq.ft. house averages $8,000-$12,000 or $5.01 per sq.ft.
A single section of six-foot wood siding usually averages $100 to $150 per section to have replaced professionally. Staining or painting will cost additional. A gallon of stain or paint averages $30-$50 per gallon and a painter’s labor to paint siding averages $20-$35 per hour.
Cost to repair siding varies greatly by region (and even by zip code). To get free estimates from local contractors, please indicate yours.