Siding installers are solo contractors and small crews who hang vinyl, fiber cement, wood, engineered wood, and metal siding on homes and light commercial buildings. Invoices cover the installed siding by the square, tear-off and disposal, house wrap and flashing, trim and soffit work, and any rot repair found once the old siding comes off.
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Most siding work is priced by the square (100 square feet of wall area) or by the square foot, installed, with the price changing by material. Vinyl is the cheapest, and fiber cement, cedar, and metal cost more because they take more labor and are harder to handle. Tear-off and disposal, house wrap, trim, soffit and fascia, and window and door wrapping are usually separate line items. Rot repair is billed as extra work, either by the hour plus materials or at a unit price set in the contract, such as per sheet of sheathing or per linear foot of replaced trim. Many contractors take a deposit to order materials, then bill the balance on completion. Larger jobs may add a progress payment when the material is delivered or when the first elevations are done. Materials are either included in a per-square price or itemized with a markup of about 10 to 25 percent, and the invoice should make clear which method applies.
| Service | Priced | Typical range |
|---|---|---|
| Vinyl siding, installed | per square | $350-700 |
| Fiber cement (lap) siding, installed | per square | $650-1,200 |
| Wood or cedar siding, installed | per square | $800-1,500 |
| Old siding tear-off and disposal | per square | $60-150 |
| House wrap and flashing | per square | $40-100 |
| Soffit and fascia (vinyl or aluminum) | per linear foot | $6-15 |
| Rot repair and sheathing replacement | per hour | $55-95 |
| Siding repair (small patch or replace damaged panels) | per visit | $250-600 |
Typical US ranges. Rates vary by region, experience, and job size.
| Description | Qty | Rate | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tear off and dispose of existing vinyl siding, 2-story colonial | 24 squares | $90.00 | $2,160.00 |
| Install house wrap and seam tape on all elevations | 24 squares | $55.00 | $1,320.00 |
| Install James Hardie 7.25 in. lap siding, primed and painted ColorPlus finish | 24 squares | $900.00 | $21,600.00 |
| Replace rotted sheathing and corner trim found at rear wall (2 hours x 2 crew) | 4 hours | $70.00 | $280.00 |
| Install PVC trim at windows, doors, and corners | 260 linear ft | $4.50 | $1,170.00 |
| Caulk, flash, and seal all penetrations | 1 flat fee | $350.00 | $350.00 |
| Total | $26,880.00 | ||
Notes: Deposit of $8,000 received on signing. Balance due within 7 days of completion and final walkthrough. Rot repair was not in the original quote and is billed per approved change order dated 5/14. Accepted payment: check, ACH, or card (3% fee on card). Manufacturer warranty registration provided at payment. Workmanship warranty is 5 years.
Tells the client exactly which walls were done, which matters on partial jobs or when they've got multiple buildings, such as a house and a garage.
Per-square pricing is the core of the bill, and clients often question the number. Showing the quantity avoids disputes.
Prevents arguments over what was ordered and provides a record for warranty claims or future repairs and matching.
Hidden damage is common once old siding is off. A signed or dated change order line protects you when the final bill exceeds the quote.
These costs are easy to forget and are often a significant part of the total. Separate lines show where the money went.
Many states and cities require a contractor license number on contracts and invoices. Check your local rules. Proof of insurance also helps clients and insurers.
A clear running total keeps the final payment simple and avoids confusion over what has already been paid.
Siding contractors commonly collect a deposit of 10 to 50 percent at signing, depending on material cost and local rules, since some states cap deposits on home improvement contracts. On larger jobs, a second payment at material delivery or at the halfway point is common, and the final balance is due on completion, often net 7 or due on the day of the final walkthrough. Late fees of 1 to 1.5 percent per month are common if stated in the contract. Payment methods include check, ACH, and card, and some contractors add a processing fee for card payments. If the job is paid by an insurance claim after storm damage, expect the check to pass through the homeowner and sometimes a mortgage company, which can slow things down, so state your terms clearly.
Take wall measurements, subtract large openings per your usual method, and add a waste factor of about 10 percent. Save the numbers so you can defend the quantity on the invoice if questioned.
State a unit price for replacing sheathing, trim, or framing, such as per sheet or per hour, so extra work doesn't have to be negotiated with half the siding already removed.
Custom-colored or special-order siding is hard to return. A deposit that covers the material keeps you from carrying the cost until the job is finished.
Walk the house with the client, note any touch-ups, and have them acknowledge completion. Invoice the balance the same day to reduce the chance of delayed payment.
On storm claims, don't promise to waive the deductible, which is illegal in many states. Bill the homeowner clearly for what the insurer covers and what they owe.
Either is fine, but a square is 100 square feet, so make sure the invoice shows which one you used. Most contractors quote by the square because material and labor rates are normally given that way.
You can, and many do for a simple all-in price. If you itemize, list siding, wrap, trim, and fasteners separately with your markup built in. Pick one method and keep it consistent with what your quote said.
Write up a change order with a description, price, and the client's approval before doing the work, then list it as a separate line on the final invoice. Even a signed text or email is better than a verbal agreement.
Send it the day the job is complete and the walkthrough is done. Include the deposit already paid and the balance due, plus the payment methods you accept.
It varies by state. In many states a contractor pays tax on materials and doesn't charge it to the client on a lump-sum job, while others require tax on the total or on materials separately. Check with your state revenue department or a local accountant.
Send a Siding Installer estimate for approval, then turn it into an invoice when the work is done.
Siding Installer estimate template