What Columbus Residents Should Know Before A Siding Project
Siding is priced by material and square footage, and the gap between vinyl and fiber cement can be large. Here's what to know before you compare quotes.
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What Drives Siding Cost
Material choice, the square footage of your home, and whether the old siding needs to come off first are the big price levers. Vinyl, fiber cement, and wood all price very differently, and a full tear-off costs more than installing over sound existing walls. A contractor will need to see your home before giving you a firm number — which is why comparing written quotes matters more than any rule of thumb.
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What To Ask A Siding Contractor Before You Hire
Ask whether the price includes removal and disposal of the old siding, or if new siding goes over the existing wall. Ask about the house wrap or moisture barrier underneath, and how trim is handled around windows and doors. Ask what the warranty covers on both the material and the installation labor. Quotes that look far apart are often including different scope.
What To Expect, Start To Finish
Most jobs run from removal of the old siding through any needed sheathing repairs and house wrap, then installation of the new material, finished with trim and caulking. A single-story home can often be done in a few days; larger or multi-material homes take longer. Your contractor should give you a written schedule before work starts.
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