Hardie Board is a frequent choice for exterior projects, and any siding plan benefits from a clear understanding of how the cost is affected by size, materials, and scope. A defined starting range helps set expectations before an on-site review.
This guide explains the main factors we evaluate during your appointment so you know how your project price is built.
How Much Does Hardie Board Siding Cost in 2026
When someone asks us what James Hardie fiber cement costs, we provide the same honest range. Most projects start at about fourteen dollars per square foot and often go to eighteen dollars per square foot. Based on our experience, about seventy-five percent of homes fall somewhere inside that range.
That range gives you a realistic starting point, but it works a lot like asking how much a kitchen remodel will cost. The final total depends on what you choose. A few decisions about the home, the materials, or the overall scope can add ten thousand to twelve thousand dollars to your project. That is why the early range is only an estimate.
Key Takeaway: Most Hardie Board siding projects stay within fourteen to eighteen dollars per square foot, but real selections and scope changes can shift the total by thousands of dollars.
What Shapes Your Hardie Board Siding Cost
1. Home Size and Volume
The biggest factor is the size of your home. Volume matters because more siding means a higher total. A four-thousand-square-foot home will cost more than a one-thousand-square-foot home for that reason alone. When we walk through your home, this is one of the first details we confirm because it sets the foundation for the rest of the quote.
2. Material and Style Choices
Your material selection also changes the price. Some homeowners ask about a cheaper alternative like vinyl, but many want James Hardie fiber cement. Even within Hardie, the cost varies based on the style you choose.
The types of Hardie siding you may be considering include:
- Hardie lap siding
- Hardie shingles
- Hardie vertical board and batten
We also talk about whether your project includes items like soffit, fascia, and gutters. Color is another factor. Some Hardie colors cost more than others, and that difference appears in your final price.
Pro Tip: Because multiple Hardie styles, colors, and components are available, a few selections can add ten thousand to twelve thousand dollars to the total without changing anything else.
How a Project Can Increase by $20,000
A common phrase we hear during appointments is “champagne taste and beer budget.” Many homeowners begin with a vision of everything they would love to include. Our job is to show exactly what each item costs so you can decide what stays.
One clear example is copper gutters. Some people request them, and we can install them, but copper can be a twenty-thousand-dollar line item on its own. When homeowners see that number on an itemized quote, they often adjust their plans. This is why the overall project cost can shift by twenty thousand dollars, depending on the decisions you make as we walk through your home.
Need help reviewing these choices? Contact Fairway Exteriors for a free consultation.
How We Build Your Detailed Quote
A Short On-Site Visit with the Owner
When you reach out to Fairway Exteriors, we set an appointment for our owner to meet with you. During the visit, we walk through your home together, discuss what you want, and review the details. The meeting usually takes twenty to thirty minutes. Within the first fifteen minutes, we can narrow the price significantly because we confirm your choices on the spot instead of guessing.
Itemized Pricing Broken Down Clearly
After the visit, we prepare a detailed, itemized quote. Everything is listed to the penny. You can see each material, line item, and option separately. This helps you decide what you need, what upgrades you want, and where adjustments make sense. You stay fully in control of your final cost because nothing is hidden and nothing is bundled.
Key Takeaway: The itemized quote gives you the ability to shape the final project by choosing which items stay, which ones wait, and which upgrades fit your budget.
Ready to Learn Your Exact Hardie Board Siding Cost?
If you want a clear price for your home, the next step is simple. Reach out to Fairway Exteriors, schedule your appointment, and let us walk your project together. Once we talk through the size of your home, your Hardie styles, your colors, and your scope, we will provide a full line-item estimate you can review with confidence.
Contact Fairway Exteriors today to schedule your free siding consultation and get your complete, itemized quote.
