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Siding Installation and Repair in Ottawa
Siding Experts installs, replaces and repairs vinyl, fiber cement, wood and steel siding across Ottawa for $6-$16 per sq ft installed, depending on material. Most re-sides take a few days to about a week on site, and every job starts with a free on-site measurement and written quote.
Estimate your cost.
Vinyl $6-$10, fiber cement $10-$16 per sq ft installed
A few days to about a week on site for most homes
Free on-site measurement and written quote
Board and batten
Board and batten garage, Greely
New build
Charcoal vinyl on a new build, Carleton Place
Vinyl
Almond vinyl on a two-storey home, Vanier
Woodgrain siding
Woodgrain siding and window trim, Kanata
Vinyl
Almond vinyl with a stone skirt, Richmond
Vinyl
Taupe vinyl gable wall, Nepean
Lowest cost per sq ft
Vinyl Siding Installation
$6-$10 per sq ft installed. Full vinyl siding installation for new construction and re-siding projects.
Tear-off and re-side
Siding Replacement
Installed price plus $1-$3 per sq ft to remove old siding. Old siding removed and replaced, including sheathing repairs where needed.
Panels, seams, impact damage
Siding Repair
Small repairs typically start at a few hundred dollars. Targeted repair for cracked, warped, or wind-lifted siding sections.
HardiePlank installation
Fiber Cement & James Hardie Siding
$10-$16 per sq ft installed. Fiber cement siding installation for higher impact and fire resistance.
Vertical profile
Board and Batten Siding
$9-$13 per sq ft in vinyl, $10-$16 in fiber cement. Board and batten siding for a modern farmhouse or accent-wall look.
Priority scheduling
Storm & Wind Damage Repair
Priority scheduling. Repair after high winds, hail, or falling debris.
Vinyl Siding
$6-$10 / sq ft
Lowest material cost
Wide colour and profile range
Low maintenance
Common choice for a re-side
Most popular
Insulated & Board and Batten Vinyl
$9-$13 / sq ft
Added exterior insulation value
Modern vertical or insulated profiles
Still budget-friendly vs. fiber cement
Fiber Cement (incl. James Hardie)
$10-$16 / sq ft
Higher impact and fire resistance
Longer paint-cycle intervals
Higher material and labour cost
Wood, Cedar & Steel
$8-$14 / sq ft
Natural wood or metal finish
Project-dependent pricing
Often specified for character homes or commercial jobs
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Assessment & Quote
We inspect the property, measure the exterior, identify site challenges, and provide a written quote.
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Material Selection & Scheduling
You pick the material and colour, we order it and confirm a start date.
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Preparation & Installation
Old siding removed where needed, sheathing and moisture barrier checked, new siding installed to manufacturer spec.
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Final Walkthrough & Cleanup
Jobsite cleaned, trim and flashing checked, and a walkthrough before we consider the job complete.
Choosing a material
Choosing the right siding for an Ottawa home
Vinyl is a common choice in Ottawa because it holds up to freeze-thaw cycling at the lowest material cost, and modern insulated and board and batten profiles have narrowed the look gap with pricier materials. Fiber cement costs more to buy and install but resists impact damage and holds paint longer between repaints, which matters on south- and west-facing walls that take the most sun. Wood and cedar give a natural look that many character homes in older Ottawa neighbourhoods are built around, but need more regular maintenance than vinyl or fiber cement. Steel and metal siding are usually specified for commercial buildings or homeowners who want a low-maintenance, modern finish. Routine maintenance matters regardless of material: an annual check for loose panels, damaged caulking around windows and doors, and any spot where water could get behind the siding catches small problems before a winter freeze-thaw cycle turns them into a bigger repair.
Warped or buckled vinyl panels
Vinyl installed too tight with no room to expand and contract will buckle as Ottawa's temperature swings through the seasons.
Moisture behind older siding
Older homes with original siding and no house wrap can let wind-driven rain reach the sheathing, especially around window and door trim.
Wind-lifted or missing panels
High-wind events can lift panels that weren't fully locked into the course below or were installed without a starter strip, a common cause of storm damage.
West end
Kanata
Planned subdivisions from the 1960s through the 2010s. Recent project: woodgrain siding with matching window trim.
East end
Orleans
River-adjacent, mixed 1970s-2000s housing stock. Recent project: woodgrain siding with notched window trim.
Southwest
Barrhaven
Fast-growing suburb, mostly 1990s-2010s builds. Recent project: greige vinyl on a single-storey home.
West end
Nepean
Established neighbourhoods, 1960s-2000s. Recent project: taupe vinyl on a gable wall.
South, on the Rideau
Manotick
Estate lots and larger character homes. Recent project: two-storey vinyl re-side.
Inner west end
Westboro
Dense mix of older character homes and infill builds. Recent project: fiber cement board repair.
A real measurement and inspection first
We measure the exterior and check the current siding and sheathing condition before recommending a scope of work.
A written quote, job by job
Every project gets a written scope, material breakdown, and price before work starts. Any workmanship warranty is set out in that quote, not promised verbally.
Installed for Ottawa winters
Panels are fastened and spaced for freeze-thaw cycling, ice damming and wind-driven rain.
A tidy jobsite
Old siding and packaging debris are cleared as the job progresses, not left for a single cleanup at the end.
A walkthrough when it's done
You see the finished exterior and understand what was done before we consider the job complete.
Every siding material, one contractor
Vinyl, fiber cement, wood, steel, and board and batten: install, replace, or repair any of them without bringing in a different specialist for each material.
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We hired Siding Experts to replace the old siding on our Ottawa home, and the results look fantastic. The crew was professional, efficient, and kept our property clean throughout the project.
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The team repaired several damaged siding panels after a windstorm in Ottawa. They matched the existing colour perfectly and completed the work faster than expected. Excellent service from start to finish.
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Very happy with the new vinyl siding installed on our Ottawa home. The installers arrived on time, explained each stage of the project, and paid close attention to every detail.
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Siding Experts provided a clear estimate and kept us updated throughout the installation. The workmanship was excellent, and I would gladly recommend them to other homeowners in Ottawa.
Siding Experts serves homeowners and businesses across Ottawa and the surrounding area, from Kanata and Barrhaven to Orleans and Manotick.
Request a free on-site estimate any time, or call (343) 459-5431 to talk through your project.
Common questions
How much does siding installation cost in Ottawa?
We charge $6-$10 per sq ft installed for vinyl, $9-$13 for insulated or board and batten profiles, and $10-$16 for fiber cement, all installed. Wood, cedar, and steel are usually $8-$14 per sq ft depending on the specific product. Every project still gets a written quote from an on-site measurement, since exact pricing depends on the home's size, complexity, and current siding condition. The Estimate your cost link at the top of this page gives a starting estimate.
How long does a siding project take?
A standard single-family re-side usually takes a few days to about a week once material is on site, depending on the home's size and how much of the old siding needs to come off first. Weather and any sheathing repairs found underneath the old siding can extend that.
Do I need a permit to replace my siding?
In Ottawa, a straightforward like-for-like siding replacement often does not require a building permit, but changes to the building envelope, structural repairs, or some commercial projects can. Confirm your specific project with the City of Ottawa's building permit department, or ask us and we will tell you honestly if we think your project needs one.
Will a repair match the rest of my siding?
For a repair or partial replacement, we try to match the existing profile and colour as closely as the current product line allows. Vinyl siding colours can fade over time, so an exact match on an older home is not always possible, which we will tell you upfront rather than promise a perfect match we can't deliver.
Do you handle both residential and commercial siding?
Yes. We install and repair siding on homes and on commercial buildings, with commercial work scheduled around a business's operating hours.
What is included in a written quote?
The material and colour selected, the scope of work, an itemized or all-in price, and the timeline. Any workmanship warranty is set out in that quote, job by job, rather than promised as a blanket guarantee.
Ready for a free siding estimate?
Free on-site estimates across Ottawa. Call 9 AM to 11 PM, 7 days, or request a quote online.
