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Siding Cost
How much does it cost to replace siding?
House siding is crucial to curb appeal, necessary to close the exterior surface of the building envelope, and offers an opportunity to choose enhancements in appearance as well as insulating properties. Therefore, a good-quality siding can have a major impact on the resale value of a home.
The typical cost of installed average house siding will vary by siding material, its finish quality, the house size, the number of windows and doors, the insulation, climate, the amount of decorative detail, the labor rate and whether or not the material in question needs to be painted or primed by the installer.
The Material choices and typical costs for installed house siding include:
| Material | Cost | Pros | Cons | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fir faced plywood 1 | $3.88 | per sq.ft. | Lowest cost Wood finish | Economy appearance Surface maintenance |
| Standard aluminum non-insulating | $3.91 | per sq.ft. | Lowest cost No painting | Economy appearance Easily dented Not insulating It might fade over time It can corrode in some climates |
| Standard aluminum insulating | $4.55 | per sq.ft. | Low cost No painting Insulating | Economy appearance Easily dented It might fade over time It can corrode in some climates |
| Standard vinyl 2 insulating | $5.01 | per sq.ft. | Low cost No painting Insulating | Economy appearance Cracking It might melt in hot climates Visible seams 3 |
| Deluxe aluminum insulating | $5.53 | per sq.ft. | No painting Better appearance Insulating | More costly Easily dented |
| Redwood 4 faced plywood 1 | $5.65 | per sq.ft. | Wood finish Good appearance | Surface maintenance |
| Deluxe vinyl 2 insulating | $6.91 | per sq.ft. | No painting Good appearance Insulating | More costly |
| Cultured stone smooth veneer 5 | $21.70 | per sq.ft. | No maintenance Stylish Durable | Costly Long construction |
| Cultured stone terrazzo veneer 5 | $38.77 | per sq.ft. | No maintenance Stylish Durable | More costly Long construction |
| Granite stone veneer 5 | $61.34 | per sq.ft. | No maintenance StylishDurable | Very costly Long construction |
| Fiber cement 6 | Durability Low maintenance Highest return on investment | Costly | ||
| Fiber cement 6 insualting | Durability Low maintenance Insulating Nicer appearance | Very costly | ||
An example of a house siding project requires 1,500 square feet of siding not including the window and door areas. The project is to install the house siding and trim around doors and windows. Removal costs (not included) for old siding are shown in the following tables.
Cost breakdown
In the following tables the Material Cost figures are what the alert DIY persons should expect to pay for all material necessary to complete the installation.
Fir Faced Plywood 1 Siding
| Item | Unit Cost | Quantity | Line Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/8" plywood 1 with trim pieces and fasteners 7, and 4% waste allowance. | $1.96 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $2,937 |
| Factory staining: upgrade additional cost. | $0.30 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $443 |
| Material Cost | $2.26 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $3,380 |
| + Labor Cost | $1.62 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $2,430 |
| Total Cost | $3.88 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $5,810 |
Standard Grade Non-insulating Aluminum
| Item | Unit Cost | Quantity | Line Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard grade siding with trim pieces and fasteners 7, and 4% waste allowance. | $2.29 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $3,430 |
| + Labor Cost | $1.62 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $2,430 |
| Total Cost | $3.91 | $5,860 | ||
Standard Grade Insulating Aluminum
| Item | Unit Cost | Quantity | Line Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard grade siding with trim pieces and fasteners 7, and 4% waste allowance. | $2.29 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $3,433 |
| Insulating siding: upgrade additional cost. | $0.64 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $957 |
| Material Cost | $2.93 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $4,389 |
| + Labor Cost | $1.62 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $2,430 |
| Total Cost | $4.55 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $6,820 |
Standard Grade Insulating Vinyl 2
| Item | Unit Cost | Quantity | Line Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard grade siding with trim pieces and fasteners 7, and 4% waste allowance. | $2.66 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $3,991 |
| Insulating siding: upgrade additional cost. | $0.73 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $1,089 |
| Material Cost | $3.39 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $5,080 |
| + Labor Cost | $1.62 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $2,430 |
| Total Cost | $5.01 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $7,510 |
Deluxe Grade Insulating Aluminum
| Item | Unit Cost | Quantity | Line Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deluxe grade siding with trim pieces and fasteners 7, and 4% waste allowance. | $3.17 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $4,753 |
| Insulating siding: upgrade additional cost. | $0.64 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $957 |
| Material Cost | $3.81 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $5,710 |
| + Labor Cost | $1.62 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $2,430 |
| Total Cost | $5.43 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $8,140 |
Redwood 4 Faced Plywood 1 Siding
| Item | Unit Cost | Quantity | Line Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/8" plywood 1 with trim pieces and fasteners 7, and 4% waste allowance. | $3.73 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $5,594 |
| Factory staining: upgrade additional cost. | $0.30 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $446 |
| Material Cost | $4.03 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $6,040 |
| + Labor Cost | $1.62 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $2,430 |
| Total Cost | $5.65 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $8,470 |
Deluxe Grade Insulating Vinyl 2
| Item | Unit Cost | Quantity | Line Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deluxe grade siding with trim pieces and fasteners 7, and 4% waste allowance. | $4.57 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $6,850 |
| Insulating siding: upgrade additional cost. | $0.73 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $1,090 |
| Material Cost | $5.29 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $7,940 |
| + Labor Cost | $1.62 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $2,430 |
| Total Cost | $6.91 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $10,370 |
| Item | Unit Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Standard grade siding with trim pieces and fasteners 7, and 4% waste allowance. | $8,500 | |
| + Labor Cost | $2,430 | |
| Total Cost | $10,930 | |
Fiber cement 6 insulating
| Item | Unit Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Standard grade siding with trim pieces and fasteners 7, and 4% waste allowance. | $12,150 | |
| + Labor Cost | $2,430 | |
| Total Cost | $14,580 | |
Cultured Stone Smooth Veneer 5
| Item | Unit Cost | Quantity | Line Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cultured stone smooth surface finish. | $8.34 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $12,510 |
| + Labor Cost | $13.36 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $20,040 |
| Total Cost | $21.70 | $32,550 | ||
Cultured Stone Terrazzo Veneer 5
| Item | Unit Cost | Quantity | Line Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cultured stone terrazzo surface finish. | $25.41 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $38,115 |
| + Labor Cost | $13.36 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $20,040 |
| Total Cost | $38.77 | $58,155 | ||
Granite Stone Smooth Veneer 5
| Item | Unit Cost | Quantity | Line Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Granite stone smooth surface finish. | $46.20 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $69,300 |
| + Labor Cost | $15.14 | per sq.ft. | 1,500 | $22,710 |
| Total Cost | $61.34 | $92,010 | ||
Additional considerations and costs
- In some cases new siding can be mounted 8 over existing siding that will save money and increase insulation properties. However, while it is possible to install vinyl 2 siding over wood siding to potentially reduce costs, this is not advisable; any issues beneath the existing siding could cause the new installation to fail.
- Sheathing type insulation installed underneath the plywood 1 siding will cost around $1.00 per sq.ft.
- Soffit 9 installation in vinyl 2 or aluminum will cost from $4.50 to $6.50 per linear foot.
- Vapor barrier sheathing 10 installed underneath siding to reduce moisture entry and improve insulation will cost between $0.25 and $0.65 per sq.ft. depending upon local climate demands.
- Professional siding cleaning will cost approximately $75 for a single service. In most areas it is necessary to clean siding at least three times each year.
- If old siding is to be removed keep in mind that water, mold, and insect damage may require attention of your contractor and that you should be informed of the situation before work begins.
- The cost of transport and dumping of removed siding has not been included.
- Taxes and permit fees have not been included.
- Board and batten versus horizontal lap siding can also have an impact on cost, being generally the first option cheaper than the second one.
Remodeling Terms Cheat Sheet
Definitions in laymen's terms, cost considerations, pictures and things you need to know.See full cheat sheet.
1 Plywood: An engineered construction material manufactured from thin slices of wood glued together in alternating grain patterns for strength
2 Vinyl: A synthetic plastic made from ethylene and chlorine. Vinyl has many applications in the construction industry and it is widely used in sidings, window frames, roofing and gutters, among others
3 Seams: A fold, line, or groove where two pieces of material join together
4 Redwood: Tree with reddish colored timber
5 Veneer: A thin layer of decorative finishing applied to a coarser construction material
6 Fiber cement: A building material made with cellulose fiber, concrete, and recycled materials such as glass
7 Fasteners: Hardware used to attach two or more objects to each other. A common example is a nail
8 Mounted: A support on which something is attached or hung
9 Soffit: Construction material, typically composed of vinyl or aluminum, used to enclose the underside of eaves and ceilings
10 Vapor barrier: (Also known as Vapor barrier sheathing) A protective cover, commonly made of polyethylene, used for damp proofing walls and floors
How much does it cost to replace siding in my city?
Cost to replace siding varies greatly by region (and even by zip code). To get free estimates from local contractors, please indicate yours.
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