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Siding in Washington, DC

Compare 4 local siding pros. Typical service: $4–$9.

Top Siding Companies in Washington

  1. 1.Capitol Improvements Washington DC - Roofing | Siding | Doors

    5.0★ (75 reviews)

    5.0★ from 75 reviews

  2. 2.Brothers Leon Roofing Services

    5.0★ (25 reviews)

    5.0★ from 25 reviews

  3. 3.Urban Capital Roofing & Exteriors

    4.3★ (6 reviews)

    4.3★ from 6 reviews

  4. 4.Ideal Siding Washington DC Metro

    5.0★ (4 reviews)

    5.0★ from 4 reviews

Siding Cost in Washington

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Washington
Vinyl siding, installed$4–$9/sq ft
Whole-house vinyl siding$8,032–$24,096/job
Siding repair$301–$1,506/job

Siding prices in Washington run about 0% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 4 companies serving Washington, rated 4.8★ on average across 110 customer reviews.

Washington Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Washington's weather means for scheduling siding.

Last spring frost
April 1
First fall frost
November 2
Annual precipitation
43.53"
Heating degree days
4,178
Cooling degree days
1,533
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan26.7°44.3°3.09"
Feb28.8°48°2.9"
Mar36°56.4°3.72"
Apr45.3°67.5°3.51"
May55.1°76.7°4.28"
Jun64.7°85.6°4.08"
Jul69.6°89.6°4.32"
Aug67.7°88.3°3.41"
Sep59.4°81.1°3.76"
Oct47°69.9°3.79"
Nov38.3°59.3°3.47"
Dec30.1°48.2°3.2"

NOAA station data 2.57 miles from Washington.

Permits & Regulations in DC

  • Home improvement contracts over $300 in the District require a Basic Business License with the Home Improvement Contractor endorsement
  • The endorsement requires a $25,000 surety bond and a Clean Hands certificate
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work always needs the appropriately licensed trade, whatever the job size

License required: DC Home Improvement Contractor endorsement (contracts over $300)

Sources: dlcp.dc.gov, dlcp.dc.gov

Siding FAQs for Washington

How much does siding cost in Washington?

Vinyl siding in Washington typically runs $4-$9 per square foot installed; fiber cement and wood cost more.

How many siding contractors serve Washington?

We track 4 siding contractors serving Washington.

Is siding installation in Washington more expensive than average?

Exterior carpentry labor in Washington runs about +0.4% versus the national average.

Does a siding contractor in DC need a license?

In DC, Home improvement contracts over $300 in the District require a Basic Business License with the Home Improvement Contractor endorsement. A full re-side in Washington usually needs a building permit; patch repairs often do not.

Which siding holds up to the weather in Washington?

With about 43.53 inches of rain a year and winter lows near 27F in Washington, moisture management behind the siding matters as much as the siding itself.

Does siding fade in Washington summers?

Summer highs near 90F in Washington favor UV-stable vinyl colors or painted fiber cement; dark vinyl can warp in direct sun.

How many quotes should I get for siding in Washington?

Three is typical; with 4 siding contractors serving Washington, ask each for the per-square-foot price and what trim and house wrap are included.

When is the best time to install siding in Washington?

Mild, dry weeks are best; vinyl gets brittle below freezing, and Washington winter lows average around 27F.