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Siding replacement cost guide
Verified 2026-09 · Updated 2026-09-11 · HomeTrueCost
1,800 sqft of fiber-cement lap siding typically runs $10,000–$22,000 installed — wall area and material drive the range. Adjust the inputs for an itemized receipt.
Mid-grade replacement by state
| State | Labor | Materials | Permits | Total incl. 10% |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TX | $5,115 | $6,240 | $270 | $19,559 |
| CA | $6,655 | $7,020 | $480 | $23,816 |
| FL | $5,115 | $6,435 | $360 | $20,039 |
| OH | $5,390 | $6,045 | $255 | $19,668 |
1,800 sqft wall, 2 stories, June seasonal. Sources: BLS OEWS + BEA goods-RPP (2026-09-11) · methodology
What moves the number
Wall area and stories
Area scales linearly; second stories add ~10% staging time, third ~22%. Measure walls and subtract large openings.
Material jump
Vinyl is the floor, fiber-cement the mid reference (×1.35), cedar and premium composites ~×2.3 with heavier hang labor.
Tear-off layers
Multiple old layers, asbestos-cement, or stucco removal add disposal and labor before the first new board goes up.
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 $10,000–$22,000. Vinyl starts near $8,000; 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
- 2026-09-11 — v1 — initial guide from BLS OEWS + BEA goods-RPP seed manifest.
Estimate only — not professional advice.