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Siding in Raleigh, NC

Compare 5 local siding pros. Typical service: $3–$8.

Top Siding Companies in Raleigh

  1. 1.Robert Gordon Services Inc

    4.9★ (55 reviews)

    4.9★ from 55 reviews

  2. 2.Triangle Home Exteriors

    4.7★ (55 reviews)

    4.7★ from 55 reviews

  3. 3.Skywalker Roofing Company

    4.9★ (42 reviews)

    4.9★ from 42 reviews

  4. 4.Pioneer Exteriors

    4.2★ (15 reviews)

    4.2★ from 15 reviews

  5. 5.Harland Windows & Siding

    4.3★ (11 reviews)

    4.3★ from 11 reviews

Siding Cost in Raleigh

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

ServiceTypical range in Raleigh
Vinyl siding, installed$3–$8/sq ft
Whole-house vinyl siding$6,808–$20,424/job
Siding repair$255–$1,277/job

Siding prices in Raleigh run about 15% below 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 5 companies serving Raleigh, rated 4.6★ on average across 178 customer reviews.

Raleigh Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Raleigh's weather means for scheduling siding.

Last spring frost
March 30
First fall frost
November 8
Annual precipitation
46.02"
Heating degree days
3,294
Cooling degree days
1,687
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan30°50.9°3.87"
Feb32.2°55°3.3"
Mar39.2°62.9°4.28"
Apr47.7°72.4°2.92"
May56.5°79.9°3.72"
Jun65.5°87.2°4.66"
Jul69.3°90.1°4.28"
Aug68.1°88.5°4.55"
Sep61.3°82.3°4.41"
Oct49.5°72.5°3.55"
Nov41.1°63.4°3.18"
Dec32.9°53.8°3.3"

NOAA station data 4.3 miles from Raleigh.

Permits & Regulations in NC

  • North Carolina requires a general contractor license only for projects of $40,000 or more; there is no handyman license below that
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work need their own state licenses at any job size
  • Local permits still apply to structural work

License required: No state license under $40,000; NCLBGC above

Sources: www.nclbgc.org

Siding FAQs for Raleigh

How much does siding cost in Raleigh?

Vinyl siding in Raleigh typically runs $3-$8 per square foot installed; fiber cement and wood cost more.

How many siding contractors serve Raleigh?

We track 5 siding contractors serving Raleigh.

Is siding installation in Raleigh more expensive than average?

Exterior carpentry labor in Raleigh runs about -14.9% versus the national average.

Does a siding contractor in NC need a license?

In NC, North Carolina requires a general contractor license only for projects of $40,000 or more; there is no handyman license below that. A full re-side in Raleigh usually needs a building permit; patch repairs often do not.

Which siding holds up to the weather in Raleigh?

With about 46.02 inches of rain a year and winter lows near 30F in Raleigh, moisture management behind the siding matters as much as the siding itself.

Does siding fade in Raleigh summers?

Summer highs near 90F in Raleigh 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 Raleigh?

Three is typical; with 5 siding contractors serving Raleigh, 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 Raleigh?

Mild, dry weeks are best; vinyl gets brittle below freezing, and Raleigh winter lows average around 30F.