How much does it cost to replace siding on a house?
Siding replacement in Branson averages $6 to $15 per square foot installed, depending on material. Vinyl siding averages $6 to $8, insulated vinyl and LP SmartSide engineered wood siding both average $8 to $12, and James Hardie fiber cement siding averages $9 to $15.
The material moves the number most, but the size and shape of your walls, the number of gables and corners, and any hidden repair to the sheathing matter too. Details such as thicker foam, stone accents, shutters and board and batten siding on a gable change the total.
These are averages. After your Free Estimate we write a detailed fixed price for your full scope of work, with several payment options: split into monthly payments, or do the project now and pay later. House wrap, flashing at every window and door, and new soffit, fascia and trim are part of the job, not extras.
What are the signs it's time to replace my siding?
Rotted, soft or warped boards, cracked or loose panels, bubbling paint, and moisture or mold on the walls are signs your siding is past a simple repair.
Other signs are daylight or drafts at the corners, pests getting in, and siding that has faded or chalked badly. If water is getting behind the siding, the sheathing underneath may be damaged too, and a patch will not fix that.
A few damaged boards on an otherwise sound wall can often be repaired. At your free estimate we look at the walls, grade the condition with photos and tell you honestly whether it is a repair or a replacement.
Vinyl or fiber cement: which is right for my home?
Choose vinyl siding if you want the least upkeep and the lower price. Choose James Hardie fiber cement if you want a heavier, more traditional look and a finish you can paint in almost any color.
Vinyl averages $6 to $8 and never needs painting. Our insulated ProVia CedarMax vinyl, at $8 to $12, adds foam behind the panel for a quieter, tighter wall. Fiber cement is dense and crisp, and holds up to Ozarks hail and big temperature swings.
LP SmartSide engineered wood averages $8 to $12, with a traditional wood look. At your Free Estimate we show you samples and walk through the price and payment options for each.
How long does a siding replacement take?
The average siding replacement takes one to two weeks.
The size of your home, the number of gables and corners, sheathing repairs and weather, such as a wet week, all move the time. We give you a schedule at your Free Estimate and tell you before work starts what to expect.
Our build-day guide walks through what happens each day, from setup to final cleanup.
Do you remove the old siding first?
Yes, every time. Every Big Chief siding job starts with removing the old siding, and we do not install new siding over old.
New siding over old hides what is underneath: damaged sheathing, failed flashing and trapped moisture. Taking the old siding off lets us repair the sheathing, install house wrap with taped seams, put flashing tape at every window and door, and replace the soffit, fascia and trim so they match the new wall.
We photograph every hidden layer before it is covered and keep the photos in your Home Passport.
