This siding cost calculator estimates the price of replacing exterior siding in Canada (low, typical and high, before tax) from the wall area, the siding material and the options you choose. Reference case, data reviewed in November 2026: 1,500 sq ft of vinyl siding with tear-off of the old siding costs about $16,400 before tax in Quebec ($12,000 to $22,100), $17,800 in Ontario, $19,300 in British Columbia and $17,000 in Alberta. Prices currently cover: Quebec, Ontario, British Columbia and Alberta. The detailed budget is emailed to you as a PDF.
To receive your detailed budget, use the "Send this budget by email (PDF)" form on renoclair.ca.
Free independent toolBefore tax. With tax (typical):
Cost breakdown (typical)
| Item | Estimated amount |
|---|
Typical siding costs by province (before tax)
| 1,500 sq ft of wall, old siding removed | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quebec : vinyl | $12,000 | $16,400 | $22,100 |
| Quebec : engineered wood | $18,800 | $25,100 | $33,300 |
| Quebec : fibre cement | $23,300 | $31,100 | $41,600 |
| Ontario : vinyl | $12,900 | $17,800 | $23,900 |
| Ontario : engineered wood | $20,400 | $26,800 | $35,900 |
| Ontario : fibre cement | $24,900 | $33,500 | $44,900 |
| British Columbia : vinyl | $14,000 | $19,300 | $26,000 |
| British Columbia : engineered wood | $22,200 | $29,400 | $39,500 |
| British Columbia : fibre cement | $27,500 | $36,900 | $49,200 |
| Alberta : vinyl | $12,500 | $17,000 | $23,000 |
| Alberta : engineered wood | $20,400 | $26,700 | $35,700 |
| Alberta : fibre cement | $25,700 | $34,200 | $45,500 |
Before tax, November 2026. The table uses the same rates as the calculator.
Rates used by the calculator
| Province | Vinyl | Engineered wood | Fibre cement | Brick / stone | Tear-off |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quebec | $8.75 | $14.50 | $18.50 | $32.00 | $2.20 |
| Ontario | $9.50 | $15.50 | $20.00 | $35.00 | $2.35 |
| British Columbia | $10.25 | $17.00 | $22.00 | $38.00 | $2.60 |
| Alberta | $9.00 | $15.50 | $20.50 | $34.50 | $2.30 |
Typical installed rates per square foot of wall, before tax. Soffits, fascia and eavestroughs are a lump sum option.
What is included and what is not
- Included: siding, starter strips, corners, trim, flashing, installation and scaffolding
- Options: tear-off and disposal of the old siding, continuous rigid insulation with strapping, soffits, fascia and eavestroughs
- Not included: replacement of rotten sheathing or framing (keep a 10% to 15% contingency), windows, doors and painting
How the siding cost calculator calculates your estimate
Enter the area of wall to cover, not the floor area of the house. As a rough guide, a 1,000 sq ft bungalow has about 1,100 to 1,400 sq ft of exterior wall once doors and windows are deducted. The calculator multiplies this area by an installed rate per square foot for the material and province, then adds the options. Amounts are rounded to $50 below $10,000 and $100 above.
Rates come from contractor and retailer price guides published in 2026, cross-checked in at least three independent sources: vinyl, engineered wood and fibre cement all fall inside the published ranges. Taxes are shown separately: 14.975% GST + QST in Quebec, 13% HST in Ontario, and 5% GST in British Columbia and Alberta. In BC, the contractor pays the 7% PST on materials and includes it in the price for work that becomes part of the house.
Worked example
A two-storey house in Ontario with 1,800 sq ft of wall, engineered wood siding and tear-off: 1,800 × ($15.50 + $2.35) = about $32,100 before tax, or about $36,300 with 13% HST. Add a 10% to 15% contingency for damaged sheathing.
Permits, licences and rules
Replacing siding with a similar material usually needs no permit, but some cities require one, especially for heritage areas or when insulation is added to the outside of the walls. In Quebec, the contractor must hold a Régie du bâtiment du Québec (RBQ) licence. In British Columbia, coastal walls generally need a drained rainscreen.
Rebates
Siding alone is not eligible for the energy efficiency programs of the four provinces. In Quebec, Rénoclimat can fund exterior wall insulation when it is added with the new siding; check the program guide before the work.
Which provinces are covered?
Quebec, Ontario, British Columbia and Alberta. Choose your province at the top of the calculator.
Limitations
- This is a planning estimate, not a quote.
- Height, access, many corners and trim details change the price.
- The budget is sent as a PDF by email; the page has no print button.
Sources, review date and data version
- Régie du bâtiment du Québec
- Rénoclimat (Government of Quebec)
- GST/HST rates (Canada Revenue Agency)
- Bulletin PST 501, real property contractors (Government of British Columbia)
- Price sources: contractor and retailer price guides published in 2026 (not named on this page); see sources and methodology.
- Data version 2026.Q4-siding-2, reviewed November 13, 2026. Next review: February 2027.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to replace siding on a house?
For 1,500 sq ft of wall in vinyl with tear-off, about $16,400 before tax in Quebec, $17,800 in Ontario, $19,300 in British Columbia and $17,000 in Alberta (November 2026).
What is the cheapest siding?
Vinyl: about $8.75 per sq ft installed in Quebec and $9.50 in Ontario (typical, before tax).
Is fibre cement worth it?
Fibre cement costs roughly twice as much as vinyl but resists fire, hail and impact better and holds paint for 10 to 15 years. It suits homes in hail-prone or fire-prone areas.
How do I measure the wall area?
Multiply the perimeter of the house by the wall height, add the gables, then subtract the large openings. Enter the result in square feet.
Do I need a permit to replace siding?
Usually not for a like-for-like replacement, but some cities require one in heritage areas or when exterior insulation is added. Check with your municipality.
How do I get the budget as a PDF?
Run the calculation, enter your email address and accept the consent box: the PDF arrives by email within a few minutes.
When are prices updated?
Every three months; these prices were reviewed in November 2026.