Cost of Wood Shake Siding
January 2013
Do you need to know the range of average installed costs for Wood Shake Siding in your zip code? Do you need an independent, 2013 cost breakdown of Wood Shake Siding material and installation costs?
The Homewyse Wood Shake Siding cost estimator provides up to date pricing information for your area. Enter your zip code, the size of your project below and click "Update". The table below summarizes the average 2013 cost to install Wood Shake Siding in your area for good, better and custom quality work.
- To avoid costly problems and get quality work at a fair price, have Wood Shake Siding installation completed by a licensed and bonded Siding Contractor. Use the free Homewyse checklist for proven advice in finding, hiring and managing a trustworthy Siding Contractor.
- You may be able to save on Wood Shake Siding installation costs by hiring a Carpenter. Make sure that any prospective Carpenter has relevant Wood Shake Siding experience, that you verify past work, and that you follow the homewyse checklist.
- Avoid costly warranty and maintenance problems for your Wood Shake Siding project. Use the homewyse Wood Siding Installation checklists to make sure your project is completed with proper installation techniques and materials.
Wood Shake Siding - Pricing and Installation Cost Notes
- Wood Shake Siding installation cost estimates typically require an onsite inspection - in most cases estimates are free, but will be accompanied by a strong sales pitch.
- Cost ranges account for variations in contractor skill, job location and seasonal contractor wage rates.
- Expect to pay an additional 5% - 14% in material and installation costs for complex installation configurations and patterns.
- The homewyse installation cost estimate does not include costs for removal and disposal of existing siding and trim, structural modifications or repairs, and any work on soffit or fascia.
- The homewyse cost estimates includes all typical costs for manufacturer recommended underlayment, flashing for all wall openings, siding, starter strip, window trim, door trim, and manufacturer recommended adhesives, caulking and fasteners.
- Higher priced Wood Shake Siding may include features such as higher quality, more durable wood wider range of shapes and sizes, and higher quality finishing and fabrication.
- Save money on the total project by having multiple vendors bid on the same, complete description of Wood Shake Siding work for your project.
- Save money on installation costs by being flexible on project scheduling - schedule your project during slow periods for the installer.
- Material costs include 4.5% - 8.7% overage for on site fabrication and future repairs.
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