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Siding replacement cost guide
Data snapshot 2026-09 · Updated 2026-09-12 · HomeTrueCost
1,800 sqft of fiber-cement siding runs $17,000–$26,000 installed in 2026, with vinyl from about $9,500. This guide covers the state table, the material jump, and why second stories add ~10% staging time.
Mid-grade replacement by state
| State | Labor | Materials | Permits | Total incl. 10% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | $6,938 | $9,751 | $270 | $18,655$15,200–$22,100 model band |
| California | $10,489 | $10,549 | $480 | $23,670$18,900–$28,450 model band |
| Florida | $7,203 | $9,749 | $360 | $19,043$15,500–$22,600 model band |
| Ohio | $9,426 | $9,313 | $255 | $20,893$16,600–$25,200 model band |
1,800 sqft wall, 2 stories, June seasonal. Totals show the mid with the model sensitivity band beneath (observed cross-market spread, not quotes). Sources: BLS OEWS + BEA goods-RPP (2026-09-12) · methodology
What moves the number
01
Wall area and stories
Area scales linearly; second stories add ~10% staging time, third ~22%. Measure walls and subtract large openings.
02
Material jump
Vinyl is the floor, fiber-cement the mid reference (×1.35), cedar and premium composites ~×2.3 with heavier hang labor.
03
Tear-off layers
Multiple old layers, asbestos-cement, or stucco removal add disposal and labor before the first new board goes up.
04
Trim and rot
Corner boards, fascia, and sheathing repair are estimated as base spec — extensive rot is bid-specific.
FAQ
How much does siding replacement cost in 2026?
1,800 sqft of fiber-cement typically runs $17,000–$26,000. Vinyl starts near $9,500; cedar and premium composites exceed $30,000.
What drives siding cost the most?
Wall area plus material — fiber-cement costs more to hang than vinyl. Multi-story staging, tear-off layers, and trim add labor.
Is this quote a contractor bid?
No — a planning estimate from public wage and price data. Rot repair behind old siding is the common surprise; get 3 local bids.
Changelog
- 2026-09-12 — v1 — initial guide from BLS OEWS + BEA goods-RPP live manifest.
Estimate only — not professional advice.