Winston-Salem, NC Siding Prices: Vinyl, Fiber Cement and Cedar (2027)
Price your siding in Winston-Salem, NC
Plan on roughly $11,640 to $16,810 for new vinyl siding on a 50 x 38 ft. ranch in Winston-Salem - about 1,930 sq. ft. of wall. Stepping up to HARDIE fiber cement brings it to $20,210 to $29,190.
Every number here follows the same math as our siding calculator - wall area from the footprint and gables, a simple shape, 10 window and door wraps, new siding over the old - adjusted for local labor (about 4% below the national average). Metro labor rates push Winston-Salem quotes roughly 2% above the statewide vinyl figure of $11,360 to $16,410.
Winston-Salem Siding Prices: Vinyl, Fiber Cement, Cedar
Same walls, six materials. Vinyl stays the low-cost choice, fiber cement sits in the middle at $20,210 to $29,190, and real cedar costs the most.
| Material (1,930 sq. ft. of wall) | Installed cost | Estimate | Per square |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vinyl siding | $11,640 to $16,810 | $14,370 | $690.47 |
| Premium vinyl siding | $11,400 to $16,460 | $14,070 | $674.75 |
| Cedar Impressions (vinyl) | $15,420 to $22,270 | $19,030 | $932.08 |
| HARDIE fiber cement | $20,210 to $29,190 | $24,950 | $1,238.52 |
| Cedar clapboard | $18,580 to $26,840 | $22,940 | $1,134.41 |
| Cedar shingles | $20,640 to $29,810 | $25,480 | $1,266.02 |
Basis: 50 x 38 ft. footprint, one story, gables sided (5/12 roof), simple corners, trim wraps on 10 openings, installed over the existing siding.
Extras for This House
Extras change the total too. Added cost for this 1,930 sq. ft. vinyl job:
- Old siding off first: about $2,010 to strip vinyl or aluminum, about $4,020 for wood.
- Taller walls: $4,380 more for a 1.5-story raised ranch, $10,940 more for a full two stories.
- Corners and angles: plan on $1,740 extra for a moderately complex outline and $2,940 for one broken up by many corners.
- Trim wraps: $104.11 for every additional window or door.
What Each Siding Costs per Year It Lasts
A longer-lasting wall can cost less per year even when it costs more today. The bars show price per year of service for this house.
Vinyl siding is the cheapest to own per year here, at $574.67. Lives assume normal upkeep (local wear: strong sun and humidity); repainting is extra for fiber cement and cedar.
Set Up Your House, Get Your Price
Every option here is priced by our siding calculator for Winston-Salem. Set it up like your house, then hold contractor bids against the result.
$11,640 – $16,810typical $14,370
Vinyl siding, 19.3 squares at $690.47 · one story
How Winston-Salem Weather Treats Siding
Siding in Winston-Salem has to cope with winter lows near 30°F and summer highs near 90°F. These are the local conditions that decide which material lasts:
Climate regions run from 1 (cool) to 5 (hot); North Carolina sits in region 4.
Damp, shaded walls. North walls and spots under trees stay wet for days. Plan on an occasional soft wash, and use rot-proof materials close to the ground and around decks and steps.
Storm season. Vinyl with a reinforced nail hem, or fiber cement fastened at the tighter spacing used for high winds, stays on the wall when lighter work peels away.
Summer heat. Hot summers push siding to its limits. If you want a dark vinyl color, ask for a line made for it, and make sure panels hang loose enough on their nails to move as they warm.
In Winston-Salem, the mild weeks of spring and autumn are the favorite time for siding, so they fill first. Crews manage fine in summer; hard winter cold slows vinyl and caulk work. About 70 miles northeast of Charlotte, Winston-Salem has its own labor market, and the siding prices on this page are worked out for Winston-Salem rather than taken from the bigger city.
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Reading Siding Estimates in Winston-Salem
Siding bids vary widely. Compare these points before you sign:
- Rot repair. Ask how damaged sheathing is priced once the old siding comes off.
- Shape. A cut-up house with many corners adds about $2,940 over a simple box.
- Warranty and cleanup. Get the labor warranty, disposal and permit fees in writing.
How Nearby Cities Price New Siding
How Winston-Salem compares with the rest of North Carolina for this house:
- Charlotte, NC - $11,840 to $17,110 (70 mi southwest)
- Raleigh, NC - $11,740 to $16,960 (90 mi east)
- Greensboro, NC - $11,670 to $16,850 (25 mi east)
- Durham, NC - $11,670 to $16,850 (75 mi east)
Common Questions About New Siding in Winston-Salem
How much does siding cost per square in Winston-Salem?
Siding is priced by the square (100 sq. ft. of wall). In Winston-Salem, vinyl runs about $690.47 per square and fiber cement about $1,238.52, materials and labor, before trim and tear-off.
Can new siding go over the old siding?
Not always. Installing over sound, flat siding saves about $2,010-$4,020 on this house; removal is the safer choice when there is water damage or uneven walls.
Does fiber cement pay off over vinyl?
Fiber cement ($20,210 to $29,190) wins for a long stay: it lasts longer and holds paint well. Vinyl ($11,640 to $16,810) costs less now and never needs painting.
Every figure here is a model for Winston-Salem built on our siding calculator, not an offer. Measured wall area, the product line and the trim work will set your real price.
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