Replacing cedar with James Hardie fiber cement puts house siding cost near an estimated New England average of $21,500. Coastal Windows & Exteriors has completed 7,000+ installations since 2011 as a woman-owned exterior remodeling company and James Hardie Elite Preferred Contractor serving 730+ towns across Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Maine. Our written quotes itemize cedar tear-off and installation, so you see exactly what your project will cost.
What Homeowners Need to Know:
- Project average: Fiber cement siding averages $21,500 in New England, per Remodeling Magazine. Book a free estimate for exact pricing.
- Cedar removal: Tearing off old cedar adds labor to the project. A written quote itemizes that work.
- Material choice: Vinyl and fiber cement lead siding on affordability and versatility, per Fixr data.
- Color trends: Roughly 65% of homeowners prefer neutral shades like white, gray, and light blue. Our Hardie color guide shows popular options.
- Resale value: Fiber cement returns 144.9% at resale, outperforming vinyl siding at 97%, per Remodeling Magazine.
| Material | Avg cost, New England | Resale ROI | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vinyl siding | $18,000 | 97% | Budget-focused updates |
| James Hardie fiber cement | $21,500 | 144.9% | Durability and resale |
Choosing Your Siding Upgrade
- Top Recommendation: Replace cedar with James Hardie fiber cement for durability and a 144.9% resale return. Get a free estimate today.
- Best for budget: Vinyl siding averages $18,000 and still returns 97% at resale.
- Smart for resale: Fiber cement leads on ROI while resisting rot, warping, and fire.
Ready to replace your cedar with lasting fiber cement? Coastal Windows & Exteriors is a James Hardie Elite Preferred Contractor. The team won the James Hardie President’s Club Award in 2025. It carries a 4.8-star rating with 950+ verified reviews.
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Last Updated: October 2026
Sources:
- Fiber cement siding averages $21,500 and vinyl $18,000 in New England. Remodeling Magazine JLC Online Cost vs. Value 2025, New England, regional siding cost data. (2025)
- Fiber cement siding returns 144.9% at resale and vinyl 97%. Remodeling Magazine JLC Online Cost vs. Value 2025, national resale return data. (2025)
- Roughly 65% of homeowners prefer neutral siding colors like white, gray, and light blue. Fixr Home Siding Statistics, color-preference survey data. (2024)
- Vinyl and fiber cement lead siding on affordability and versatility. Fixr Home Siding Statistics, siding material trend data. (2024)
