Cedar shake siding costs range from $3.50 to $6.50 per square foot for the material and installation. In general, cedar siding will last 15 to 20 years and are relatively easy to install. Their are some maintenance costs associated with this exterior cladding that must be taken into account to understand the total long term cost.
Entry To Mid Range Cedar Shakes
Entry to mid range cedar shakes (excluding cost of installation) will cost somewhere in the neighborhood of $2 to $3 per square foot. This equates to $200 to $300 for each square of cedar shake siding.
Price Range: $2 – $3 psf (product only)
Mid To High End Cedar Shakes
Mid to high end cedar shakes (excluding cost of installation) will cost somewhere in the neighborhood of $3 to $4 per square foot. This equates to $300 to $400 for each square of material.
Price Range: $3 – $4 psf (product only)
Installation Costs
Installation pricing falls between $1.00 and $2.00 per square foot. This price is at the low end – roughly the same price as vinyl siding. Factors that influence labor pricing include the overall size of the project (the larger the project, the lower the per square foot price tag), the amount of prep and demo work needed, whether the homeowner wants standard or more intricate patterns, the materials used and whether any specialized cutting tools are necessary.
Price Range: $1 to $2 psf
Maintenance Costs
Cedar shakes and shingles should be painted or stained every 5 to 8 years, although some homeowners like to darkened look as the cedar ages. Over the life of the siding this can add to the overall long term cost of this siding option. Because the price is spread out over so many years, it is a cost burden many homeowners are willing to take on.
Completed Entry To Mid Range Pricing
The completed entry to mid range cost range is $3 to $4.50 per square foot. This equates to $300 to $450 per square for both the materials and the labor portion of the project.
Price Range: $3 to $4.50 psf
Completed Mid To High End Pricing
The completed entry to mid range cost range is $4.50 to $6 per square foot. This equates to $450 to $600 per square for both the materials and the labor portion of the project.
Price Range: $4.50 to $6 psf
