What to know about siding in Charlotte
Humidity and storms in Charlotte favor moisture- and rot-resistant materials.
What affects siding cost in Charlotte
Beyond the local market, the same factors that drive siding cost everywhere apply in Charlotte:
- Wall area to be covered, measured in square feet.
- Material: vinyl is cheapest, then engineered wood, fiber cement, and metal, with brick or stone veneer at the top.
- Tear-off and disposal of old siding.
- House height, number of stories, and trim detail.
Siding cost by siding material in Charlotte
These figures are adjusted for Charlotte pricing (about 0.95x the national average), so they reflect what local homeowners actually pay.
| Siding material | Cost in Charlotte | Typical total |
|---|---|---|
| Vinyl | $3.80 to $12.35 /sq ft | About $5,700 to $18,500 |
| Engineered wood | $5.32 to $17.29 /sq ft | About $8,000 to $25,900 |
| Fiber cement (Hardie) | $5.70 to $18.52 /sq ft | About $8,550 to $27,800 |
| Natural wood | $6.08 to $19.76 /sq ft | About $9,100 to $29,600 |
| Stucco | $5.70 to $18.52 /sq ft | About $8,550 to $27,800 |
| Metal (steel or aluminum) | $6.46 to $20.99 /sq ft | About $9,700 to $31,500 |
| Brick or stone veneer | $8.36 to $27.17 /sq ft | About $12,500 to $40,800 |