How Much Does Siding Repair Cost in 2025?

Siding Repair Cost Factors

Costs for repairing siding vary depending on the type and extent of damage as well as repair complexity.

Area 

Larger areas requiring repair naturally correspond to proportionally higher costs for materials and labor. More widely damaged areas also tend to correlate with more extensive or complex damage.

Even small areas, however, can carry higher costs—contractors may charge a minimum call-out fee for acquiring materials and transportation, as well as actual on-site labor.

See the following chart showing siding repair cost by area size, not including minimum fees.

Damage Severity

The severity of the damage generally determines the extent and total cost of repairs. Some types of damage require extensive and intrusive repairs. For instance, repairing siding with isolated mold is budget-friendly—more widespread mold, however, may require more dramatic repairs to siding as well as integral structures, significantly increasing costs.

Labor

Most contractors charge by the job depending on their assessment of your repair needs, but hiring a siding contractor otherwise breaks down to about $40 to $90 per hour. Basic repairs cost less since most contractors or handypeople can perform these tasks without advanced tools or training. Certain materials, styles, damage types, or other factors call for more specialized or skilled craftsmanship, which typically carries higher costs. Other cost variables include:

• Regional rates and cost of living

• Siding removal and disposal fees

• Repairs to underlying structures

• Accessibility challenges

• Emergency or peak season repair rates

Damage Type

Siding is vulnerable to issues stemming from harsh weather, water, poor installation, and other factors. These factors can lead to various types of damage, including cracks, warping, holes, and more. Each of these types of damage carries its own labor intensity and corresponding repair cost range. Some types of damage may also require specialized tools and procedures.

Water damage is generally the most costly kind of repair. Even a small leak can cause numerous problems—when obscured or left unaddressed, minor water leaks can escalate to widespread mold, warping, and structural damage.

Accessibility

Repair locations impact accessibility, which adds to labor costs. For instance, siding repairs on upper stories may require ladders, scaffolding, and additional crew members, potentially adding 25% to 50% to total labor costs.

Chimney

Repairing the siding around a chimney costs $10 to $20 per square foot or $500 to $1,000 total, averaging $700. Chimney siding repairs are often more costly since they inherently present accessibility challenges. These repairs may also require specialized and meticulous sealing techniques to prevent water damage.

Exterior Trim

Siding trim refers to the finishing materials around the windows, doors, rooflines, and other areas around your home’s exterior. Repairing trim costs anywhere from $300 to $1,000.

While it serves some decorative purpose, siding trim is primarily meant to secure and seal siding edges and, as such, requires specialized repair. It sometimes requires temporarily removing and reinstalling adjacent siding and making precise material cuts, requiring skilled labor that adds to the total expense.

For many materials, trim replacement is easier and more cost-effective than repairing. Installing new trim costs $600 to $2,600, depending on the trim type, the materials, the size of the area, and associated factors. 

Soffit and Fascia Repairs

Soffit and fascia are adjacent to siding and share roles in protecting your home’s structure, and damage to siding often coincides with damage to these components. Repairing fascia and soffit costs $600 to $6,000, averaging $10 per linear foot.

Painting Siding

Painting siding costs $1,800 to $4,550 for an entire home or $1.50 to $4 per square foot. In most cases, contractors match the damaged sections to the rest of the home for aesthetic consistency.

Removal & Disposal

Old and damaged siding must be removed and disposed of. Check your estimates—contractors usually include removal and sometimes disposal, but these services aren’t always included. You’re more likely to pay extra removal fees if you require extensive siding replacement, about $200 to $1,000 total or $0.25 to $2 per square foot. If your siding contractor doesn’t offer disposal, expect to pay about $150 to $400 for junk removal services.

Asbestos Remediation and Other Hazards

Some siding damage may reveal asbestos beneath, and most municipalities require the removal of this hazardous material. Exterior asbestos remediation costs about $3 to $15 per square foot of the affected areas, averaging $1,250–$12,500. Minor repair may not necessitate asbestos remediation, but extensive repair or replacement is likely to disturb asbestos and, therefore, require professional remediation services.

Repairing siding may also uncover other issues that require remediation or treatment, such as lead-based paint, pest infestation, roof damage, or siding materials containing dioxin or phthalates.

Cost to Repair Siding by Material

In general, siding materials cost between $2 and $70 per square foot, averaging about $26 per square foot. The type of siding affects material costs associated with repair, and it also influences costs due to factors related to each material’s properties and installation complexity. You’ll pay a premium to exactly match pre-existing siding with complex or high-end materials.

Vinyl

Vinyl siding costs $2 to $4 per square foot to repair, which breaks down to $400 to $800 to repair 200 square feet. Vinyl fades in the sun throughout the years, so exact color-matching can pose challenges and further increase labor fees. Many homeowners opt to use a portion from an unseen wall to color match or to replace all of the siding at once. Installing new vinyl siding costs around $11,500 for an entire exterior. Painting vinyl is sometimes a cost-effective option for purely cosmetic damage.

Aluminum 

Aluminum siding costs $5 to $7 per square foot to repair, breaking down to $1,000 to $1,400 for 200 square feet. In most cases, repairs require replacing the damaged sections, which reflects the higher repair costs. For severe damage when repair isn’t a viable option, installing new aluminum siding costs $3,700 to $18,600, depending on the size of your exterior.

Fiber Cement or Hardie Board 

Fiber cement siding, also called Hardie Board, costs $800 to $1,400 to repair 200 square feet or $3 to $12 per square foot. For extensive damage requiring replacement siding, installing new fiber cement costs $6,600 to $23,200. Fiber cement is resistant to damage from water, fire, insects, and UV rays.

Brick

Repairing brick veneer siding costs $6 to $50 per square foot, though most jobs fall between $11 to $24 per square foot. Higher costs for brick veneer repairs typically reflect premium brick materials or more in-depth brick wall repairs, while fixing cracked mortar or similarly simple jobs represent low-end costs.

Stone 

Ranging from $10 to $70 per square foot, natural or manufactured stone veneer siding is priced more highly than most other materials for its aesthetic appeal, durability, and manufacturing process. It’s also one of the most labor-intensive materials to work with, particularly if matching new stone siding to the color, texture, and pattern of the existing siding. Natural stone veneer generally costs more than manufactured materials due to limited resources.

Wood 

Fixing standard wood siding costs $650 to $2,650. For extensive damage, replacing all of the wood siding costs $7,000 to $23,000. 

Costs for fixing wood siding depend on the extent of damage and the type of wood. Most wood siding is clapboard—other wood options include:

• Pine: $1–$5 per sq. ft.

• Douglas fir: $3–$5 per sq. ft.

• Cypress: $5–$12 per sq. ft.

• Hardwood: $5–$20 per sq. ft.

• Redwood: $4–$20 per sq. ft.

• Cedar: $3–$30 per sq. ft.

• T1-11: $3.50–$7.20

Stucco

Repairing stucco siding costs $600 to $2,700 or $5 to $9 per square foot. Stucco repair is labor-intensive since it involves meticulous and specialized work to fix cracks, discoloration, holes, and other damage. Many homeowners opt to replace an entire stucco wall or all of the stucco altogether for an exact match or for underlying moisture problems.

Siding Repair vs. Replacement

If your siding has minor damage, such as a hole or two, stick to repairs. Once repair costs exceed $2,000 or about half the cost of new siding, consider replacing the siding as an alternative.

Installing new siding costs $5,500 to $17,600 but offers several benefits over repairs. New siding can potentially increase the overall durability, visual appeal, and resale value of your home. 

Does Siding Repair Increase Home Value?

Like other exterior home remodels or repair projects, siding can increase curb appeal and offer up to about an 89% ROI. In some cases, siding repair makes significant improvements to your home’s insulation, sealing, and energy efficiency and provides protection against pests and moisture-related issues.

Budgeting for Siding Replacement

Strategic budgeting can save on siding repair while still ensuring quality. Try these tips to streamline your costs:

• Get detailed quotes from multiple contractors to compare rates for labor, material, and other miscellaneous fees.

• Choose cost-effective materials that offer a balance of durability and visual appeal.

• Opt for materials that offer high insulation and efficiency to save on long-term energy costs.

• Research tax incentives for energy-efficient home upgrades to offset upfront costs.

How HomeAdvisor Gets Its Cost Data

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