The most popular styles of Hardie plank siding typically cost between $11.00 and $14.00 per square foot when professionally installed.
When premium Architectural Collection siding is considered, James Hardie plank siding cost can be as high as $18.00 or more per square foot installed.
Deep Ocean, HardiePlank lap siding, HardieShingle staggered edge panel siding
Standard Hardie plank siding is 5/16” thick (.3125”) and premium Hardie Architectural Collection is 5/8” (twice as thick @ .625”).
Terminology tip: Hardie plank siding is technically known as HardiePlank. The other products in this review are also called HardiePanel and HardieShingle.
Material vs Labor cost Per Square Foot: Expect to pay around $3.00 to $4.50 per square foot for standard Hardie siding and $6.00 to $8.00 for James Hardie Architectural Collection siding. These prices include all siding materials including accessories – Trim, corners, fascia and soffit and fasteners. These are material costs – no labor.
With professional installation costs as high as they’ve been in a generation, you can expect to pay between $7.00 and $10.00 per square foot in installation charges.
Average Cost To Install Hardie SidingTypical Range: $9,350 - $14,210
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LP SmartSide vs Hardie siding price: Standard Hardie plank siding is slightly more expensive than LP SmartSide. The Architectural Collection siding is quite a bit pricier than LP composite siding.
James Hardie brought HardiePlank fiber cement siding to the world in the 1980s and was unchallenged as the market leader for nearly a decade.
Deep Ocean, HardiePlank lap siding, HardieShingle staggered edge panel siding
Once homeowners realized that fiber cement siding is a legitimate alternative to wood siding, without some of the wood’s hassles, the demand for fiber cement has increased and spurred competition among brands.
Allura fiber cement siding is a top challenger to HardiePlank. Our comparison guide is a one-stop pricing and pros and cons reference for homeowners:
Prices for materials including soffit, trim, and accessories for both brands
Installation costs — Total Cost Installed (Materials, Labor, Warranty) Per Sq. ft.
Examples of Total Job Costs to Expect to Install Fiber Cement on A Typical House
Expected Return on Investment (ROI) or Cost to Value Return
Allura vs. HardiePlank Pros and Cons — Product Styles and Options Compared Side by Side
Alternative Fiber Cement and Engineered Wood Siding Brands
Allura Fiber Cement vs. HardiePlank Lap Siding
Allura was originally made by CertainTeed under another name. That explains the marketing strategy behind it.
Rather than come in at a lower cost to compete with HardiePlank, Allura is marketed as premium building material that is worth paying more for.
Allura’s 50-year warranty vs. HardiePlank’s 30-year warranty gives that claim credibility.
Allura vs. James Hardie Pricing
Here is a breakdown of costs for plank siding and shingle/shake siding plus accessories and installation for both brands.
The range of costs for each line is due to differences in product pricing and the variety of sellers. Examples of complete materials and installation pricing for typical homes are found below:
Average total cost for James Hardie siding materials and installation supplies: $4.00
Did you know?
HardiePlank makes a premium fiber cement product called Artisan Luxury fiber cement lap siding.
Hardie artisan lap siding
It is available in limited areas and in a limited range of colors and styles. It is 5/8” thick, twice as thick as 5/16” standard HardiePlank and Allura siding. The cost is $3.00-$8.00 per square foot for the siding and trim. Installed costs range from $11.00 to $18.00 per square foot.
Did you know? James Hardie uses a slightly different formulation for products sold in climates where freezing is possible. Additives protect the material from freeze/thaw expansion and contraction cycles that can cause cement to crack.
Products for northern climates are labeled HZ5. Southern-climate and West Coast materials are labeled HZ10. Not surprisingly, this is called the HardieZone System.
The look, feel, and performance of the boards are the same. If you’re buying locally, the seller should only have products appropriate for your climate, but it doesn’t hurt to ask.
Total Cost to Install (Materials, Labor, Permitting, and Warranty):
Allura siding can sometimes cost slightly more to install because it is heavier and thicker. Fiber cement installation cost has become more competitive in recent years as more siding contractors become familiar with fiber cement and start offering installation.
Expect to pay $11.50 – $18.50 per square foot for the installation based on the level of expertise of the installing crew and the complexity of the job.
All fiber cement manufacturers recommend installation by a licensed siding contractor using a crew that is experienced in installing their products.
You can always find cheaper installation in the $10.50 – $14.50 per square foot installed range, but your results may vary.
Average fiber cement total installation cost: $11.00 to $17.50 per square foot
Average Cost To Install Hardie SidingTypical Range: $9,350 - $14,210
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Did you know? If installing house wrap is part of your home siding project, the installed cost of house wrap will be $0.50 per square foot based on the installation factors discussed above. — This cost is normally included as part of total cost in all professional and warrantied high-end installations
