Re-siding your home is a big investment, but it’s also one of the smartest upgrades you can make. So, what does it cost to re-side a house, and what are the long-term benefits? New siding improves your home in three key ways:
- It increases home value;
- protects your home from adverse weather, including wind, sun, and extreme temperatures; and
- improves energy efficiency.
Five factors affect the cost to re-side a house.
First, let’s start with the cost factor. It’ll cost between $5,400 and $16,000 to re-side your house, with an average of around $10,750, according to Homeadvisor.com. Here’s what affects the price. Let’s get going.
1. Square footage
Obviously, larger homes require more material and more labor. Increases in square footage can significantly affect the total price, but that doesn’t mean every two-story home will be hugely expensive. Differences in architectural features make estimates by square footage alone virtually useless.
2. Labor rates
Labor costs vary depending on the area you’re in and the project’s complexity. If you have multiple floors and a complicated roof, you’ll pay more. Time of year also comes into play: Summer is the busiest time for contractors, so it’s more expensive then. Expect labor to make up 30-50% of the final cost.
3. Preparation and clearing
Before you re-side your home, it’s important to remove old siding or complete other repairs. Stripping old siding costs $1,000 to $3,000.
That removal may uncover other issues in your home, like pest infestation or water damage. Even if it hurts your wallet, it’s best to repair that damage before installing new siding.
4. Design details
Extra features like trim, glass paneling, or accents will also add to the total bill.
5. Materials
This is the big factor in the cost of re-siding your home. Here’s a breakdown of the average material prices per square foot (including labor):
Vinyl
Vinyl is affordable, low-maintenance, and durable, making it a great overall siding choice.
On the downside, vinyl doesn’t perform well in extreme temperatures. In the cold, it can become brittle, and in the heat, it may warp.
Price: $3–$9 per square foot
Natural wood
Wood looks great, but its aesthetic beauty comes with a few downsides.
Besides the relatively high cost, wood requires frequent upkeep. Every few years, it needs to be caulked, sealed, and re-painted.
Price: $5–$15 per square foot
Composite wood
Composite is a mixture of wood fibers, plastic, and resin that gives you the appearance of wood at a more appealing cost. It’s also fairly low-maintenance and durable; you can get up to 30 years out of composite before it needs replacing.
Price: $4–$8 per square foot
Stone veneer
Cut from real stone, but thinner and easier to work with, stone veneer gives your home a high-end look without the hassle of a full stone installation.
Price: $11–$18 per square foot
Metal
Metal siding is durable and fire-resistant. It’s not right for every home, but if you want a sleek, modern look, metal offers a low-maintenance option that can last decades.
Price: $7–$16 per square foot
Contact Juno Construction today.
Every home is different. The only way to know exactly how much it will cost to re-side yours is to get a personalized estimate.
Contact Juno Construction today for a free consultation, and we’ll walk you through all of your siding options and provide a detailed quote.
