Average Cost to Repair Siding

While siding materials are highly durable and long-lasting, eventually they need repairs. We’ll go into the various costs and factors for each type of material below.

Vinyl Siding Repair Cost

For 200 square feet, you’ll pay $400 to $800 for vinyl siding repairs. Vinyl, especially on older homes, fades in the sun. Because of this, it’s tough to match the color exactly.

• For visible areas, use a portion from an unseen wall to match colors exactly. Then repair the unseen wall with new materials.
• Replace an entire wall or the whole home.
• Paint the vinyl. Most paints do not bond well to vinyl, so take care when choosing.

Vinyl is the most popular material used in the United States due to its low cost and durability. But because it’s plastic, it fades from ultraviolet rays (UV). So, when it comes time for repairs, it’s often more aesthetically pleasing to simply replace. New vinyl siding installation costs $5,800 to $15,000.

Aluminum Siding Repair Cost

Repairing 200 square feet of aluminum siding costs $600 to $1,200.

Repairs require replacing the damaged sections. For extreme amounts of damage or to keep the home uniform, consider that new metal siding installations cost $4,000 to $14,000. It’s very low-maintenance but prone to denting.

Cost to Fix Fiber Cement or Hardie Board Siding

Fiber cement siding, also called Hardie Board, costs $800 to $1,400 to repair. For extensive damage, install new fiber cement siding costing $5,500 to $18,000.

Brick or Stone Repairs

Stone or brick veneer siding repair costs $600 to $4,000 to repair a 200 square foot section. Manufactured or engineered veneers come in sheets for about 25% the price. Simple repairs, like redoing cracked mortar, might only cost $600 to $800.

Fixing Wood, Cedar, Clapboard or Log Siding

Costs to fix wood, cedar or log siding depend on the type of damage and wood. Clapboard is among the oldest type of siding used in the United States.. Caulk and paint it every 3 to 7 years to keep it functional and looking good. Damage comes from dry rot, insects and weather causing warping and splitting.

Understand what it costs to repair or replace before you call a professional.

• Fixing wood siding costs $600-$2,400.
• Replacing wood siding costs $7,000-$23,000.
• Installing cedar shake costs $9,000-$23,000.

Stucco Repair

Repairing stucco siding costs $600 to $2,000. You may also try a DIY approach with a stucco repair kit which runs $10 to $50 each. Once repaired, simply paint to match the wall color.

Chimney Siding Repair Costs

Siding around a chimney costs the same as any other type to repair or about $500 to $1,000 depending on how large the chimney is and the materials it’s made from. Heat won’t affect your siding if you meet all minimum code requirements.

Siding Repair Cost Factors

There are a few cost factors for siding repairs you should consider:

• Accessibility: Add 20% to your budget. Damage to a second or third story takes longer to get to and more time to fix.
• Age: Unless you’re going to paint repairs to match existing cladding, you’ll want to consider that sun and weather wear down colors, especially vinyl, over time. New materials probably won’t match what you already have. You’ll pay more for:
  • Paint to match for $1 to $3 per square foot.
  • Replacing an entire wall with new siding to minimize noticeable color differences. This method keeps old and new siding on different sides of the home and keeps the budget in control.
• Regional pricing difference: The more you paid for your home, the more you’ll probably pay for repairs. Materials pricing doesn’t change much from place to place, except for locally sourced wood. But labor and overhead fluctuate with the cost of living across the country.
• Termites and other wood-boring insects: No matter what type of material, you may have problems with the underlying structure. A professional pest inspection costs $50 to $300 and might save you from future repairs.

Extent of Damage

• Framing damage: If cladding and studs can’t hold a nail, you need to replace the substructure first.
• House wrap: For some older homes, most contractors will want to install building paper, such as Tyvek, over your wood sheathing for waterproofing. Make sure they include this in the bid.

Removal & Disposal

While your contractor can complete other related work, like removal and disposal, they often don’t include them in the initial estimate. Make sure to ask your contractor if the project includes:

• Removal of existing siding: $200-$1,000.
• Disposal: $50-$250.
• Structural framing modifications or repairs cost: $7-$20 per square foot.
• Replacing soffits costs: $4-$30 per linear foot.

Siding Containing Asbestos Removal and Repair Cost

Removing asbestos siding costs anywhere from $700 to $10,000. Do not attempt to remove this yourself. If you have any concerns about your building materials, call an asbestos professional near you to have it tested.

• Asbestos testing costs $200-$850.
• Homes built between 1930 and 1980 may contain asbestos.
• It isn’t harmful unless disturbed. When damaged, it’s best to have it removed completely.

Repairing Exterior Trim

Repairing trim costs anywhere from $300 to $1,000. In some cases, your pro might include this in the estimate. Depending on the material it’s often easier to install new.

Painting Siding

Painting siding costs $1,500 to $4,000 for the entire home. A 200 square foot section runs $200 to $700. In most cases, a pro can match the damaged sections to the rest of the home. You’ll typically need to find a local painter for the job.

Siding Repair or Replace

Small holes and light damage might only run a few hundred, but once the repair bill hits $2,000 or more, you might consider simply replacing it. New siding installation costs $5,000 to $15,000.

Replacing your siding:

• Adds decades to the life of your home.
• Improves the visual appeal. It makes your home easier to sell.
• Improves the resale value. You’ll get about 80% ROI on your siding investment. That translates to an average home value increase of $4,000 to $12,000.
• Adds new protection from weather.
• Can add insulation. Newer insulated vinyl products add a small amount of insulation, typically R-2 to R-2.7, lowering your heating and cooling costs. Consider other energy-saving improvements like new windows.

FAQ

How do you repair siding?

1. Remove the damaged sections at the nearest seam.
2. Repair any underlying damage.
3. Install weatherproofing materials, like house wrap.
4. Install new panels or boards to match the ones you removed.

How much does it cost to fix wood dry rot?

Fixing dry rot costs anywhere from $500 to $2,500 or more. Fixing dry rot, a fungus, in wood requires removing the damaged wood, treating the existing wood with an anti-fungal and replacing the damaged wood.

How much does it cost to repair or replace clapboard siding?

It’ll cost $5 to $10 per square foot to repair or replace clapboard siding.

What siding is the most expensive to fix?

Wood, stone and brick tend to be the most expensive siding to fix because the material prices are higher and require specialized skill to install.

What type of siding has the longest lifespan?

When maintained, brick, stucco and stone should all last 100 years or more. Some of the newer vinyl and fiber cement products should also last the life of a home, or around 100 years.