How accurate is the pricing on this page?

The ranges reflect what Nest charges for the materials and complexity shown — based on a typical 2,200 sq ft NoVA home with single tear-off and standard trim. Three-story homes, custom trim, and accessory wraps push toward the higher end. Final number is confirmed after on-site measurement.

What's included in the cost range?

Tear-off and disposal of existing siding, house-wrap inspection (and replacement if needed), all flashing at windows and doors, the chosen siding material with manufacturer-warranted accessories, basic trim and corners, soffit and fascia inspection, permit pulling, and warranty registration. Color upgrades, full soffit replacement, and structural sheathing are itemized separately.

How is exterior wall sq ft measured?

We measure the perimeter of the home at the eaves, multiplied by the average wall height, then subtract roughly 15% for windows and doors. The presets in our siding estimator (1,800 / 2,200 / 2,600 / 3,000+) cover most NoVA single-family homes — when in doubt, our photo-mode estimator handles the math from a few exterior photos.

Should I tear off the existing siding?

Almost always yes. Manufacturer warranties on James Hardie and CertainTeed insulated vinyl require tear-off; install-over-existing voids most warranties and prevents the inspection of your house wrap and sheathing. The added cost for tear-off pays for itself in warranty coverage and longevity.

How does Hardie compare to insulated vinyl on cost?

Hardie costs 30-50% more upfront but holds resale value better, resists impact and fire, and looks closer to real wood. Insulated vinyl is the right call for budget-conscious upgrades on simpler homes — and the CedarBoards line is the most premium vinyl tier, with R-value benefits Hardie doesn't match.

Pricing

Siding Replacement Pricing

Vinyl, insulated, or James Hardie fiber cement — each tier protects your home and changes its curb appeal differently. Here's what each costs in Northern Virginia, and what drives the spread within each range.

Why siding cost varies so much

Two homes the same size can have wildly different siding costs because complexity drives more of the total than the material. Number of stories, removal of existing siding, window/door wrap, soffits and fascia condition, and any sheathing or insulation upgrades stack on top of the base material price. The ranges below assume a typical 2,200 sq ft Northern Virginia home with single-story or two-story complexity, standard tear-off, and basic trim. We confirm the exact number after measuring on-site.

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Pricing verified June 12, 2026

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2026 Siding Replacement Cost by Nest System

Nest Siding Systems

Nest Base Siding System

CertainTeed Monogram Vinyl

$20,570 - $23,656

Typical 2,200 sq ft home

Nest Preferred Siding System

CertainTeed CedarBoards Insulated Vinyl

$22,748 - $26,160

Typical 2,200 sq ft home

Nest Premium Protection Siding System

James Hardie Plank (Fiber Cement)

$26,070 - $35,195

Typical 2,200 sq ft home

Per unit

$9.35 per sq ft installed

$10.34 per sq ft installed

$11.85 per sq ft installed

Lifespan

30+ years

30-50 years

Best for

Budget-conscious upgrades; broad color palette

Better R-value, fewer dents, smoother face — best vinyl tier

Real-wood look, fire-resistant, premium finish — top tier in NoVA

What's included

Tear-off and disposal of old siding
House wrap inspection
Window/door flashing and J-channel
Standard trim and corners

Tear-off and disposal of old siding
House wrap replacement (where needed)
Window/door flashing and J-channel
Standard trim and corners

Tear-off and disposal of old siding
House wrap replacement
Window/door flashing and trim
Corner trim and accessories

Architectural & Custom Profiles

Item

Cost range

What's included

James Hardie Shingle / Shake

30-50 years

$40,414 - $54,559+

Typical 2,200 sq ft home

$18.37 per sq ft installed

Architectural homes — shingle and shake profiles

Tear-off and disposal of old siding
House wrap replacement
Window/door flashing and trim
Specialty profile accessories