Siding Replacement Cost

Angi puts the national average siding replacement at $11,588, with most homeowners paying $5,554 to $17,721.

Cost per square foot by material

Cost by home size

Angi lists brick or stone at $9,000 to $50,000 for 1,000 sq ft and $27,000 to $150,000 for 3,000 sq ft.

Labor and removal

Angi lists labor at $1 to $4 per square foot, or $40 to $75 per hour, and says removing old siding costs extra. HomeGuide puts old siding removal at $0.70 to $2.00 per square foot.

Vinyl siding

For vinyl-specific prices, including insulated vinyl, see vinyl siding cost. If you only want a new look, compare exterior house painting cost.

More materials (Angi, per sq ft)

Cost by city (Angi)

Permits and payback

Angi budgets $150 to $1,500 for permits and removal, and says new siding can return up to 80% at resale. It suggests repairing instead when the repair costs less than half of a replacement.

Vinyl styles (HomeGuide, installed per sq ft)

Clapboard $4 – $7, vertical $4 – $9, vinyl shake $4 – $10, board-and-batten $5 – $9, insulated $6 – $12.

Lifespan (Angi)

Vinyl, wood and aluminum last about 20 to 40 years, fiber cement about 50, and brick or stone 100+.

Siding materials

• Vinyl: affordable and low maintenance, with many colors.
• Fiber cement: durable, fire-resistant and paintable. It is heavier and needs skilled installation.
• Wood: classic look, but needs regular painting or staining.
• Engineered wood: looks like wood and is treated to resist moisture and insects.
• Brick and stone veneer: very long-lasting, but costly to add.

Signs your siding needs replacing

• Warping, cracking or soft, rotten areas.
• Paint that peels again soon after repainting.
• Gaps or loose pieces after storms.
• Water stains or mold on interior walls.
• Pests getting into wall cavities.

What is behind the siding matters

Siding is only the outer layer. Behind it is a weather-resistive barrier and the sheathing. A good replacement job checks for rotted sheathing, adds or repairs the barrier, and flashes windows and doors properly. Water damage behind old siding is often found only when it is removed.

What affects the price

• Material and product line.
• Home size, number of stories and wall complexity.
• Removing and disposing of old siding.
• Sheathing repairs and new house wrap.
• Trim, soffit and fascia.
• Optional insulation board.

Questions to ask

1. How will you price any rotted sheathing you find?
2. What weather barrier and flashing will you use?
3. Are you certified by the siding manufacturer?
4. What warranties cover materials and labor?

In Texas

Hail, wind and strong sun are tough on siding in Texas. Fiber cement and other impact-resistant materials are popular in hail-prone areas. If hail damaged your siding, check your insurance policy before choosing a contractor.

How to tell if siding needs replacing or just repair

Small areas of damage, like a few cracked vinyl panels or a rotted section of wood siding, can usually be repaired. Replacement makes more sense when:

• Damage is widespread across several walls.
• The siding is warped, buckled or loose in many places.
• There are signs of water getting behind the siding, such as peeling paint inside, stains on interior walls or soft spots in the wall.
• The siding needs painting very often.
• The material is past its expected life or no longer available for matching repairs.

A contractor can check under a few pieces to see whether the sheathing and house wrap are in good shape.

What happens during replacement

The old siding is removed, the walls are inspected and damaged sheathing is replaced, a weather-resistant barrier is installed, windows and doors are flashed, and the new siding and trim are installed. Removing the old siding gives the chance to find and fix hidden water damage, which is one reason full tear-off is often recommended over installing new siding on top of old.

Fiber cement, wood and engineered wood

Fiber cement is durable, fire-resistant and resists rot and insects. It is heavy and requires special tools and dust control to cut. It needs painting periodically, though factory finishes last longer.

Wood offers a classic look but needs regular painting or staining and can rot or attract insects.

Engineered wood is made from wood fibers and resins, with a factory finish. It is lighter than fiber cement and resists rot better than natural wood when properly installed and maintained.

Vinyl is the lowest-maintenance and often the most affordable.

Permits and HOAs

Some cities require permits for siding replacement. Historic districts and HOAs may limit materials and colors. Check before choosing.

Timing

Siding can be installed in most seasons, but extreme heat or cold can affect some materials and sealants. Ask the installer about the best time for your material.

Questions for contractors

Ask whether the price includes removal, sheathing repair, house wrap, trim, flashing and disposal, plus the warranty terms.

Insulation upgrades

Re-siding is a good time to add rigid foam insulation over the sheathing. It improves energy efficiency and reduces thermal bridging through the studs.

Matching trim and gutters

New siding often looks best with new trim, soffit and fascia in a matching color, and gutters may need to come down and go back up during the work. Ask whether these are included, since leaving old, worn trim next to new siding stands out and can let water in at the joints. Coordinating colors with the roof and windows also helps the house look finished.

Sources

1. Angi: How Much Does It Cost to Replace or Install Siding? (updated Oct 9, 2026)
2. HomeGuide: How Much Does Vinyl Siding Cost? (Jan 28, 2025)