Siding replacement runs about $18,000 for vinyl and $21,500 for fiber cement nationally.
In New England, your final price depends on the material you pick, your home’s size, and how complex the installation turns out to be.
What Massachusetts Homeowners Need to Know:
- Material Selection: Vinyl siding costs around $18,000 and delivers 118% ROI, while fiber cement comes in at $21,500 with a 121% ROI. Either way, you’re making a smart investment for a New England home.
- Project Scale: Own a typical 1,500 sq ft home? You’re looking at roughly $12,000 for vinyl or $14,333 for fiber cement, based on national average costs.
- Return on Investment: That $18,000 vinyl project returns $21,240 at resale. Fiber cement does even better — $26,015 back on a $21,500 spend. Both options pay for themselves and then some!
- Maintenance Savings: Here’s a number that surprises people: repainting can cost up to $12,000 every 5–7 years. Vinyl and fiber cement eliminate that expense entirely, saving you serious money over time.
- Energy Performance: Insulated siding tightens up your home’s envelope by 11% on average, cutting heating and cooling costs by 2–7% each year.
- Color Preferences: Going neutral is the safe bet for resale — about 65% of homeowners choose white, off-white, grey, or light blue tones for their siding!
| Material | Average Cost | ROI | Resale Value Return | Best For |
| Vinyl | $18,000 | 118% | $21,240 | Budget-conscious homeowners |
| Fiber Cement | $21,500 | 121% | $26,015 | Maximum durability |
Choosing Your Siding Investment:
Best Overall: Vinyl siding at $18,000 delivers 118% ROI with minimal maintenance requirements, ideal for homeowners prioritizing value and long-term cost savings.
Maximum Durability: Fiber cement justifies $21,500 investment with 121% ROI and superior resistance to Massachusetts coastal conditions, moisture damage, and extreme weather.
Long-Term Savings: Both materials eliminate repainting costs of up to $12,000 every 5-7 years while improving energy efficiency by 2-7% annually.
Ready to replace your siding and maximize home value? Get a professional assessment comparing material options. Coastal Windows & Exteriors has completed 7,000+ installations across MA, NH, and ME as the only woman-owned GAF Master Elite contractor in the US
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Last Updated: February 2026
Sources:
- Cost vs Value Report: National siding cost averages and ROI percentages
- NerdWallet House Painting Guide: Exterior painting cost data
- Insulated Siding Handbook Institute Guide, 2014: Energy performance and air tightness improvements
- Fixr Home Siding Statistics: Homeowner color preferences
