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Siding in Charleston, SC

Compare 3 local siding pros. Typical service: $3–$7.

Top Siding Companies in Charleston

  1. 1.Charleston Siding Pros

    5.0★ (4 reviews)

    5.0★ from 4 reviews

    +18438972372Website

  2. 2.Hatch Homes

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +18434802573Website

  3. 3.Charleston Roofers

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +18433058677

Siding Cost in Charleston

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

ServiceTypical range in Charleston
Vinyl siding, installed$3–$7/sq ft
Whole-house vinyl siding$6,656–$19,968/job
Siding repair$250–$1,248/job

Siding prices in Charleston run about 17% 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 3 companies serving Charleston, rated 5.0★ on average across 6 customer reviews.

Charleston Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Charleston's weather means for scheduling siding.

Last spring frost
February 6
First fall frost
December 23
Annual precipitation
44.42"
Heating degree days
1,736
Cooling degree days
2,375
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan42.8°56.7°2.94"
Feb45.5°59.6°2.51"
Mar51.6°65°3.3"
Apr58.8°72°2.53"
May67.1°78.7°2.16"
Jun74°84.5°4.65"
Jul76.9°87.6°5.4"
Aug76.1°86.4°6.71"
Sep71.8°82°5.76"
Oct62.5°74.6°3.67"
Nov53.6°67.3°2.19"
Dec45.6°59.5°2.6"

NOAA station data 4.64 miles from Charleston.

Permits & Regulations in SC

  • South Carolina requires Residential Builders Commission registration for residential specialty work over $500
  • Specialty registration requires an affidavit of experience rather than an exam
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work always needs the appropriately licensed trade, whatever the job size

License required: SC Residential Specialty Contractor registration (work over $500)

Sources: llr.sc.gov

Siding FAQs for Charleston

How much does siding cost in Charleston?

Vinyl siding in Charleston typically runs $3-$7 per square foot installed; fiber cement and wood cost more.

How many siding contractors serve Charleston?

We track 3 siding contractors serving Charleston.

Is siding installation in Charleston more expensive than average?

Exterior carpentry labor in Charleston runs about -16.8% versus the national average.

Does a siding contractor in SC need a license?

In SC, South Carolina requires Residential Builders Commission registration for residential specialty work over $500. A full re-side in Charleston usually needs a building permit; patch repairs often do not.

Which siding holds up to the weather in Charleston?

With about 44.42 inches of rain a year and winter lows near 43F in Charleston, moisture management behind the siding matters as much as the siding itself.

Does siding fade in Charleston summers?

Summer highs near 88F in Charleston 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 Charleston?

Three is typical; with 3 siding contractors serving Charleston, 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 Charleston?

Mild, dry weeks are best; vinyl gets brittle below freezing, and Charleston winter lows average around 43F.