Fiber cement siding cost is best measured per project, not per square foot. Coastal Windows & Exteriors is a woman-owned exterior remodeling company serving 730+ towns across Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Maine, a James Hardie Elite Preferred contractor with 7,000+ installations completed since 2011. Per-foot figures swing with profile, trim, and home shape.
What Homeowners Should Know About Hardie Siding Costs
- Regional average: Fiber cement siding cost averages $21,500 per project. Get a free estimate this fall for your home’s total price.
- Top return: At resale, fiber cement recoups about 144.9% of its cost, per JLC’s 2025 report.
- Factory finish: ColorPlus boards arrive fully cured and ready for year-round installation. Cold, damp fall days do not stall painting.
- Warranty coverage: The siding carries a 30-year non-prorated warranty. ColorPlus finishes carry a 15-year limited warranty.
- Elite Preferred: Coastal is a James Hardie Elite Preferred Contractor. Financing up to 20 years is available directly through Coastal.
| Siding Type | Pros | Cons | Best For | Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Hardie fiber cement | Top 144.9% resale return; baked-on ColorPlus finish | Higher upfront cost | Long-term value and curb appeal | $21,500 |
| Vinyl | Lower upfront cost; about 97% resale return | Less premium finish | Budget-focused projects | $18,000 |
Choosing Fiber Cement Siding This Fall
Top Recommendation: James Hardie fiber cement pairs a $21,500 average with a leading 144.9% resale return. Book a free fall estimate for your total price.
Best for Value: Vinyl siding returns about 97% at resale, a better fit for tight budgets.
Smart for Fall: ColorPlus boards install year-round, so cool weather will not delay your project.
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Last Updated: September 2026
Sources:
- Fiber cement siding averages $21,500 in New England. Remodeling Magazine (JLC Online) 2025 Cost vs. Value Report, New England, regional cost data for fiber cement siding projects. (2025)
- Fiber cement siding recoups about 144.9% of its cost at resale. Remodeling Magazine (JLC Online) 2025 Cost vs. Value Report, National, national resale return data for fiber cement siding. (2025)
- Vinyl siding recoups about 97% of its cost at resale. Remodeling Magazine (JLC Online) 2025 Cost vs. Value Report, National, national resale return data for vinyl siding. (2025)
- ColorPlus Technology bakes multiple coats of color onto factory-finished boards. James Hardie ColorPlus Technology: The Facts Behind the Finish, manufacturer overview of the baked-on, factory-applied color process. (Accessed September 2026)
- James Hardie siding carries a 30-year non-prorated warranty; ColorPlus finishes carry a 15-year limited warranty. James Hardie Lifetime Value Siding Products, manufacturer warranty coverage details. (Accessed September 2026)
