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Siding Replacement Cost Cost Guide (2026)

Estimate what a full siding replacement will cost for your home, based on material, wall area, and the extras that show up on real bids.

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Typical cost ranges

These are installed-cost planning ranges for the options modelled by the calculator.

Planning ranges, not quotes. Your project's access, condition and local code can move the number.

What changes the price

The biggest driver is material choice: vinyl sits at the low end of installed cost per square foot, while fiber cement, engineered wood, natural wood, and stone veneer climb from there. Labor rates and home complexity matter too — two-story walls, steep pitches, and hard-to-reach gables raise scaffolding, safety, and crew hours. Tear-off scope and hidden damage found once the old siding comes off (punky sheathing, failed flashing, moisture) can add meaningfully to the invoice.

• Full tear-off and disposal of old siding — +$1 – $2 per wall area to be sided (sq ft)
• Sheathing repair / hidden moisture damage — +$0 – $1 per wall area to be sided (sq ft)
• House wrap and trim package — +$0 – $1 per wall area to be sided (sq ft)
• Scaffolding for two-story or steep-pitch walls — +$0 – $0 per wall area to be sided (sq ft)

State differences

Local labour rates change the same job by 10–40%. Examples for the cheapest option above (full 51-state adjustment in the calculator):

How to use the calculator

1. Enter your project size and choose the material or system.
2. Add optional items (removal, permits, upgrades) and your state.
3. Read the planning range and line-item breakdown.
4. Have a quote? Paste it into the quote checker to see where it sits.

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Before you hire

• Verify the contractor's licence and insurance with the official state source — see our verification guide.
• Get three written quotes using the same scope.
• Use our project checklist to compare permits, disposal and warranty.

FAQ

How much does a full siding replacement cost?

Most sources put full siding replacement at roughly $8,000–$30,000 for a typical home, with per-square-foot installed costs of about $3.50–$25 depending on material. A 2,000-square-foot home with vinyl commonly lands around $9,000–$17,000, while fiber cement on the same home runs higher.

Is vinyl or fiber cement cheaper?

Vinyl is the lower-cost option, generally installed in the $3.50–$8.00 per square foot range. Fiber cement typically runs $7.00–$12.00 per square foot installed because the boards are heavier and harder to work with.

What extras can raise the price?

Full tear-off and disposal of old siding, sheathing repair for hidden moisture damage, house wrap and trim packages, and scaffolding for two-story or steep-pitch walls all add to the base cost. Sources note that hidden damage found during tear-off can add 5–15% to the project.

How much siding do I need?

A common rule of thumb is home perimeter times wall height, minus about 15% for doors and windows. A typical 2,000-square-foot single-story home works out to roughly 1,600–2,000 square feet of wall area, and installers add a 10–15% waste factor for cutting and fitting.

What Siding Replacement Typically Costs

Siding replacement generally runs $5,500 to $17,600, with the final number driven by your home's size, the siding material you choose, and the condition of the exterior walls underneath. Treat any quote as a starting point, not a final price—hidden damage and add-ons are common.

• Measure your home's exterior square footage first so you can compare quotes on equal footing.
• Compare materials on upfront cost, durability, and long-term maintenance—not price alone.
• Add a 10%–20% contingency buffer for unexpected repairs or upgrades.

How to Budget and Compare Quotes

Get at least three quotes, and ideally three to five, before committing. Ask each contractor to itemize labor, materials, permits, disposal, and any repairs so you can see where the bids actually differ. A noticeably lower bid often signals corner-cutting on labor or materials.

• Budget separately for repairs, permits, and disposal fees—these are frequently left out of headline estimates.
• Ask whether the estimate includes energy-performance upgrades; a slightly higher upfront cost can pay off over time.
• Explore financing options if the total exceeds what you can pay outright.
• If you're handy, ask whether removing old siding or prepping surfaces yourself could reduce labor costs.

Permits, Licensing, and Inspections

Many jurisdictions regulate siding replacement and require a permit to confirm weather protection, fire resistance, and structural compliance. Permit fees commonly fall in the $50–$300 range, and processing can take anywhere from a few days to several weeks—longer if a full plan review or zoning clearance is needed. Confirm local rules before work begins, and expect possible mid-project or final inspections.

• Ask the contractor who pulls the permit and whether the fee is included in the bid.
• Verify the contractor is fully insured and experienced before signing.
• Check that the scope accounts for code requirements your inspector will look for.

Further reading

• How to Hire a Siding Contractor
• Breaking Down Siding Replacement Costs: A Siding Cost Analysis
• Siding Replacement Cost (2026 Pricing)
• Siding Permit Guide: Requirements, Costs & How-To
• Do You Need a Permit for Siding Replacement in Seattle?
• Do You Need A Permit To Replace Siding In Pittsburgh?

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How we build these ranges: methodology and data sources. CostBrick is an information and referral service — not a contractor and not a quote.