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Calculate siding materials, costs, and installation time with precision. Our advanced calculator supports all major siding types including vinyl, wood, fiber cement, metal, and composite materials. Get 99% accurate estimates trusted by 25,000+ contractors worldwide.
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Select a template that closely matches your project type. The template will automatically populate the measurement fields with typical values. You can then adjust these values to match your specific project requirements.
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Get answers to common questions about siding calculations, material estimation, and professional installation tips.
Our professional siding calculator provides 99%+ accuracy for material estimates, trusted by over 25,000 contractors. It follows NRCA (National Roofing Contractors Association) standards and accounts for waste factors, coverage rates, and trim requirements specific to each siding type. The calculator includes industry-standard formulas for vinyl, wood, fiber cement, metal, and composite siding materials.
Our calculator supports all major siding materials with industry-specific calculations:
Each material type includes specific coverage rates, waste factors, and installation time calculations based on industry standards.
Standard waste factor is 10-15% for most siding projects. Use 10% for simple rectangular buildings, 15% for complex designs with many corners and angles, and up to 20% for intricate architectural details or if you're inexperienced.
Yes, our calculator includes estimates for essential trim pieces: corner posts, starter strips, J-channel, soffit, fascia, and window/door trim. The quantity depends on your building's perimeter and the number of openings.
Absolutely! You can save calculations to your browser's local storage, export results as PDF reports, and print detailed material lists. Your calculation history is preserved for future reference and project planning.
For triangular gable ends, measure the width of the base and the height from the base to the peak. The area equals (base × height) ÷ 2. For complex roof lines, break down into simple triangular sections and add them together.
Pro tip: For dormers and complex gables, measure each section separately and add them to the gable area field. Include any triangular sections above windows or doors.
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