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Exterior Siding Cost Calculator

Estimate the cost of exterior siding: material and installation per square foot, with U.S. prices. Your entries stay on this device.

JOB INPUTS

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Total exterior wall surface

sq ft
Total exterior wall surface

Vinyl, wood or fiber cement per sq ft

$
Vinyl, wood or fiber cement per sq ft

Installation labor per sq ft

$
Installation labor per sq ft
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CALCULATED RESULTUSD
Total siding cost$10,500.00
Material$5,250.00
Labor$5,250.00
Installed per sq ft$7.00
Total cost$10,500.00
FORMULA USED1500 × ($3.50 + $3.50) = $10,500.00

HOW TO USE IT

How to use the Exterior Siding Cost Calculator

  1. 1

    Measure the wall area in square feet.

  2. 2

    Choose the material (vinyl, wood, fiber cement) and its price per sq ft.

  3. 3

    Enter installation labor per sq ft and review the total.

THE MATH

Siding formula

Total cost = area × (material price + labor)

Siding is priced per square foot and includes material plus installation. Vinyl is the budget option, wood adds warmth but needs maintenance, and fiber cement is durable and fire-resistant.

PRACTICAL EXAMPLE

1,500 sq ft of vinyl siding

1,500 sq ft × ($3.50/sq ft material + $3.50/sq ft labor) = $10,500.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What siding is cheapest?

Vinyl is the budget option at $2.50-$7/sq ft installed; wood and fiber cement cost more.

Do I need to remove old siding?

It depends — some installations allow overlay; others need full removal and disposal.

How long does siding last?

Vinyl lasts 20-40 years, fiber cement 50+, and wood needs maintenance every 5-10 years.