Material | Cost Per Square Foot | Average Total to Install |
---|---|---|
Vinyl | $2-$7 | $5,655-$13,890 |
Engineered Wood | $11-$28 | $3,000-$5,000 |
Aluminum | $3.50-$4.75 | $8,750-$11,875 |
Wood | $3.25-$15.75 | $7,000-$23,000 |
Fiber Cement | $0.70-$5.25 | $5,540-$17,530 |
Brick | $6-$10 | $8,900-$25,000 |
Stucco | $6-$9 | $1,700-$5,960 |
Steel | $4-$5 | $10,000-$12,500 |
Stone | $35-$50 | $87,500-$125,000 |
Siding Prices & Cost Estimates
Exterior siding costs average $5,000 to $14,050, including material and installation. Common materials like vinyl, engineered wood, and aluminum siding usually fall in this range. But, you could pay as little as $1,700 for affordable stucco or as much as $125,000 for stone siding.
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Siding Cost
The average homeowner pays between $5,000 and $14,050 for siding to be installed on their home exterior. Vinyl siding costs about $0.90 to $2.50 per square foot compared to fiber cement at $0.70 to $5.25 and brick at about $3.50 per square foot.
There are a lot of factors that go into the final cost of installing siding. These include:
- Quality: Keep in mind that low-cost siding may save money in the short-term, but more expensive siding might be more durable and need to be replaced less often, meaning that it will save you money in the long-term.
- Home size: The more square footage you have to put siding on, the more materials you will need and the longer the installation process will take.
- Shape of your home: A simple box-shaped home is easier to side than a house with eaves, turrets, and/or multiple stories.
- Removing or laying over old siding: Some siding can be installed directly over older siding, whereas other homes will need to have the old siding removed before installing a new layer. If old siding must be removed first, the cost for the project will increase. Generally, siding installation is priced by the length of time it takes to complete the project, so anything that adds time to the installation process will also add cost.
Finally, when you have your siding installed can make a big difference in the cost. Installing siding during the off-season will usually grant you a lower price from your contractor. In contrast, installing during the spring and summer months will generally cost a premium since these are the times when contractors are most in demand. Costs vary by region, so where you live will also play a role in how much you will end up paying.
Return to TopHow to Estimate Siding Costs
- Pick a side of your home and draw the walls that will receive siding on your sheet of paper. Break the diagram up into rectangles and triangles.
- Measure the rectangles and triangles of your wall and write down the measurements on your drawing.
- Repeat the above two steps until you have measured your entire house.
- Add up all the rectangles and triangles and calculate their area.
- Use the following formulas to get the area for your rectangles and triangles:
- Area of rectangle=Height x Length
- Area of Triangle=(Height x Length)/2
- These formulas will work with any variation of rectangle or triangle.
- Add the areas together to give you your house's exterior square footage.
- Multiply the figure you came up with in step 5 by the siding cost per square foot. If you want to get even more specific, add in tax.
Costs
- Georgia Pacific Dutch Lap Vinyl Siding: $9.60 per 10 square feet
- Coastal Blue/Woodgrain Vinyl Siding: $15.98 per 8.33 square foot
- Durabilit Blue Ridge Dutch Lap Vinyl Siding: $33.78 per 12.5 square feet
- Hampton Red/Woodgrain Dutch Lap Vinyl Siding: $13.06 per 9.09 square feet
- Cellwood Evolutions 4.5 inch Dutch Lap Vinyl Siding: $150 per 200 square feet
Advantages
- Durable
- Low maintenance: never needs to be repainted
- Low cost compared to other siding materials
- Resistant to color fading
- Easy to install
Disadvantages
- High winds can cause damage so vinyl siding is not the best option for all locations
- Not waterproof -- water can sometimes get in between the siding and the home's surface, leading to mold, rot, and infestation.
- Dents and cracks due to extreme weather and high temperatures
Maintenance
Engineered Wood Siding
Engineered wood is another option for wood siding. Engineered wood is plywood or hardwood sheets made up of bits of wood bonded together with special resins and treated with insecticide and fungicide. It often comes pre-primed and ready to paint or already finished in a number of styles that mimic the look of real wood. Engineered wood is lighter and easier to install than traditional wood, making it a popular choice for DIY projects. The average total cost of installing engineered wood is $3,000-$5,000.
Average pricing
Engineered Wood:- SmartSide 38 Series Beige Engineered Treated Wood Siding Panel: $27.48 per 1440 square feet
- SmartSide 76 Series Beige Engineered Treated Wood Siding Panel: $11.44 per 1600 square feet
Advantages
- Easier to install than wood siding
- Authentic appearance
- Cost-Effective
- Strong & Durable
- Eco-friendly
- Easy to customize with finish options
Disadvantages
- Newer material, so improper installation can result in issues
- Could trap moisture in humid areas
Average pricing on materials
- Sell-Even Double 4" Aluminum Horizontal Textured Hollowback Siding: $199 per 100 square feet
- Sell-Even Double 4" Aluminum Horizontal Textured Foamback Siding: $249 per 100 square feet
- Sell-Even 8" Aluminum Horizontal Textured Hollowback Siding: $199 per 100 square feet
- Sell-Even 8" Aluminum Horizontal Textured Foamback Siding: $249 per 100 square feet
Advantages
- Lightweight makes for easy installation
- Insulates houses to save on heating and cooling costs
- Completely waterproof so it will not swell, rot, or encourage mildew growth when exposed to water
- Will not rust
- Fire-resistant
- Insect-proof
- Recyclable
Disadvantages
- Prone to becoming disfigured over time
- Noisy -- will make a “ping” sound when exposed to extreme heat, storms, and high winds
- Not as aesthetically appealing as other siding materials
- Dents easily and can be difficult to match new pieces of siding to existing ones
- Colors fade over time
- Exposure to elements leads aluminum to lose its color and/or to gain a chalky color
- Easily scratched
Maintenance
One benefit of aluminum siding is that it requires very little in the way of maintenance. However, it should be cleaned about once a year to keep it looking new. You can simply use a combination of laundry detergent and soap along with a soft brush to clean your siding. Use a hose or pressure washer to wash the soap off. Keep the pressure washer on low to avoid denting your siding. Home Depot rents pressure washers for an average of $34 per day.Return to TopWood Siding
Average pricing
- SBC 11 in. x 16 in. Safari Beige Eastern White Cedar Shingle Siding: $78 per 25 square feet
- SBC 5 in. x 16 in. Natural Kiln Dried Eastern White Cedar Shingle Siding: $54 per 25 square feet
- SBC 6 in. x 16 in. Pro-Prime Gray Eastern White Cedar Shingle Siding: $75 per 25 square feet
- Cedar West Red Cedar Shingles:Sidewall / 18" #1 R and R / Natural: $2.79 per square foot
- 19/32 in. x 48 in. x 96 in. T1-11 8 in. On-Center Fir Plywood Siding: $32 per 32 square feet
- 19/32 in. x 12 in. Premium RBB OC Plywood Siding: $35 per 32 square feet
Advantages
- Easy to install
- Aesthetic appeal: Wood siding gives homes a classic look and feel
- Wide arrange of options to work with any homeowner's preference
- Easy to replace damaged siding, often as DIY project
- Eco-friendly
- Easy to customize with paint and stain
Disadvantages
- Needs routine maintenance to keep wood from rotting, warping, cracking, and/or splitting.
- Needs repainting every 3-5 years
- Non-moisture species are susceptible to rot
- Can be costly
- Prone to insect and water damage
Maintenance
Engineered Wood Siding
Engineered wood is another option for wood siding. Engineered wood is plywood or hardwood sheets made up of bits of wood bonded together with special resins and treated with insecticide and fungicide. It often comes pre-primed and ready to paint or already finished in a number of styles that mimic the look of real wood. Engineered wood is lighter and easier to install than traditional wood, making it a popular choice for DIY projects. The average total cost of installing engineered wood is $3,000-$5,000.
Average pricing
- HardiePanel HZ10 5/16 in. x 48 in. x 96 in. Fiber Cement Sierra 8 Panel Siding: $33.86 each
- James Hardie 5/16 in. x 48 in. x 96 in. HZ10 HardiePanel Stucco Vertical Siding: $33.57 each
Advantages
- Rot and insect resistant
- Durable
- Weather resistant
- Easy to paint and repaint
- Non-flammable
- Looks like wood without the disadvantages of wood siding
Disadvantages
- Costly installation due to increased manpower and time needed
- Will need to be re-painted before the siding lifespan is over
- Heavy and difficult to replace
Maintenance
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