Siding repair costs $200 to $1,442 per repair in 2026
Siding repair costs $200 to $1,442 in 2026 for most jobs. HomeGuide lists a national average of $630, and Bob Vila lists $884. The material and the kind of damage change the price most. Vinyl runs $2 to $4 per square foot, while wood runs $4 to $13. Forbes Home shows that big jobs can reach $14,300. A small patch costs far less than a large storm repair.
What price guides say
We checked 3 price guides and read every number on their pages on October 7, 2026. They do not all measure the same thing, so read each line for what it counts.
| Source | What it found |
|---|---|
| HomeGuide | HomeGuide lists a national average of $630 and a range of $200 to $1,100, with vinyl at $2 to $4 per square foot. |
| Bob Vila | Bob Vila lists an average of $884 and a typical range of $354 to $1,442, with dry rot repair at $100 to $2,000. |
| Forbes Home | Forbes Home lists $2 to $20 per square foot, vinyl panels at $10 to $60 each, and a full range of $100 to $14,300. |
Siding repair cost by material and damage
| Type or damage | Cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Vinyl siding | $2 to $4 per square foot | HomeGuide |
| Aluminum siding | $3 to $6 per square foot | HomeGuide |
| Fiber cement siding | $3 to $11 per square foot | Bob Vila |
| Wood siding | $4 to $13 per square foot | Bob Vila |
| One vinyl panel | $8 to $60 | HomeGuide |
| Hole repair | $50 to $200 | Bob Vila |
| Crack filling | $50 to $800 | Bob Vila |
| Dry rot repair | $100 to $2,000 | Bob Vila |
Every number in this table was read on one of the source pages listed at the bottom of this page.
What pushes the price up
| What | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Siding material | Vinyl is the cheapest to fix. HomeGuide lists vinyl at $2 to $4 per square foot, wood at $4 to $13, and fiber cement at $4 to $12. |
| Type of damage | A hole or crack is a small job. Bob Vila lists hole repair at $50 to $200 and crack filling at $50 to $800. |
| Rot and water damage | Hidden damage costs more to fix. Bob Vila lists dry rot repair at $100 to $2,000 and water damage repair at $25 to $600. |
| Size of the area | One panel costs less than a whole wall. HomeGuide lists vinyl panel swaps at $8 to $60 per panel, and Forbes Home lists $10 to $60. |
| Labor rates | Contractors bill by the hour or by the job. HomeGuide lists $40 to $80 per hour for siding repair, and Bob Vila lists $40 to $90 per hour. |
What the price includes
A repair price usually covers the contractor's labor and the new panel, board, or patch material. Paint, caulk, and color matching may cost extra. Repairs to wet sheathing, rot, or mold under the siding are often priced as a separate job. Ask the contractor to list each item so you can compare quotes. It does not include tax or extras the provider adds on the day.
DIY or hire a pro
Vinyl siding is the easiest type to fix on your own. A single damaged panel can often be swapped by unhooking the pieces around it. HomeGuide lists vinyl panels at $8 to $60, so DIY can save the labor bill. Wood, fiber cement, and brick jobs are harder and need more skill. Work on a tall ladder is risky, so hire a pro for high walls. Call a contractor if you see rot, mold, or wet wood, since hidden damage needs a proper fix. Bob Vila lists labor at $40 to $90 per hour.
How to tell you need it
Look for cracks, holes, loose or warped panels, and boards that rattle in the wind. Peeling paint, soft wood, and dark spots can mean water is getting behind the siding. Bubbling or swollen areas are a warning sign too. Fix problems early, because water damage under the siding can grow into a bigger and costlier job.
How to judge your quote
- Does the quote say how many panels or square feet will be fixed?
- Will the new siding match the color and style of the old siding?
- Does the price include checking for rot or water damage under the siding?
- Are paint, caulk, and cleanup listed in the quote?
- Compare the total with the range above: $200 to $1,442 per repair for most people in 2026.
Ways to pay less
- Fix small cracks and holes early. Bob Vila lists hole repair at $50 to $200, which costs far less than the dry rot repair it can lead to.
- Check your home insurance for storm or hail damage. A claim may cover part of the repair, so ask before you pay.
- Ask for a single panel swap if only one panel is hurt. HomeGuide lists $8 to $60 per vinyl panel, which is far less than a wall.
- Get at least two or three written quotes, and ask each contractor to list labor and materials on separate lines.
- Keep leftover siding and the color name from the first install, so a new panel can match without a special order.
Why this costs more in 2026
Trade labor now runs about $75 to $150 an hour in most of the US. Lumber, steel, copper, PVC and concrete all cost more than in 2024, and freight went up after the oil shock that began with the Iran war in February 2026. Siding repairs cost more in 2026 when damage reaches the wood behind it, since Bob Vila lists dry rot repair at up to $2,000 on top of the panel work.
How we got these numbers
The range on this page comes from HomeGuide, Bob Vila and Forbes Home. We opened each source page and read every number on it on October 7, 2026. Where the sources disagree, the table above shows each one so you can see the spread. These are planning ranges, not quotes. The written price you are given is the real price.
Common questions
How much does siding repair cost?
Most repairs cost $200 to $1,442 in 2026. HomeGuide lists an average of $630, and Bob Vila lists $884.
How much does it cost to replace one vinyl siding panel?
HomeGuide lists $8 to $60 per panel. Forbes Home lists $10 to $60 per panel.
What does siding repair cost per square foot?
HomeGuide lists $2 to $14 per square foot, based on the material. Forbes Home lists $2 to $20.
How much does a contractor charge per hour for siding repair?
HomeGuide lists $40 to $80 per hour. Bob Vila lists $40 to $90 per hour.
How much does it cost to fix rot under siding?
Bob Vila lists dry rot repair at $100 to $2,000. It lists water damage repair at $25 to $600.