Jun
14
Costs of Installing Vinyl Siding
It might be time to install a new siding for your house’s exterior. After much consideration, you’ve decided to get a vinyl siding for your house and the thing you are worrying about now is the cost associated with installing it.
If you are installing the vinyl siding yourself, there are a few costs to consider such as the siding materials, right tools, proper permits and garbage bins to dispose of old and excess materials. By estimation, vinyl siding prices are based on square which is 100 square feet or a 10 x 10 area. The cost of vinyl siding also varies from $60 to $130 per square depending on quality and finish. An average cost of $200 to $300 is also needed for installation.
The typical cost of installing pvc siding ranges from less than $1 per square foot for do-it-yourself (DIY) panels which you can get from supply stores to $2 to $7 or more if you are seeking help from professional contractors. The price also depends on quality, thickness and insulation. Do not also opt for the cheapest ones as they’re not always the best.
As stated earlier, estimates are based on the exterior square feet of your home. A 2300 square foot home will need approximately 3200 square feet of siding which costs approximately $7575 to $11575 for vinyl siding cost which ranges from $0.45 to $1.90 per square foot. For example, if you have a 10 foot tall, 40 foot long and 30 foot wide house, it might be a 1200 square foot home with 1400 exterior square feet which is calculated by 10*(40+40+30+30). This could take roughly 14 10 foot x 10 foot squares of vinyl.
The thickness of vinyl siding ranges from 0.035 to 0.055 inches thick while the most premium brands ranges from 0.040 to 0.048 inches thick and some have a layer of insulation. Thinner sidings may sag or crack upon impact or tear loose in high winds. There are also colored vinyl sidings and proper installation is vital. A few additional costs to keep in mind are the trim, crown moldings, corner boards and soffits. If you need to remove your existing siding, it can cost around $1000 to $3000.
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