James Hardie, LP SmartSide, vinyl, and fiber cement — installed correctly the first time by experienced crews. 30 years of work on East Tennessee homes.
We've sided thousands of homes across Knox County since 1996. Same family-owned name. Same warranty. If something needs attention ten years from now, you call the same number you called originally.
We don't push one material because we get a kickback. We recommend what fits your home's architecture, the East Tennessee climate, and your budget — then we install it like it's our own house.
The gold standard. 30–50 year lifespan, won't melt or rot, authentic wood-look profiles. Best long-term ROI for homes you plan to keep.
Engineered wood with a 50-year warranty. Easier to work with than Hardie, takes paint beautifully, holds up to Tennessee weather.
The budget-friendly classic. 20–30 year lifespan, zero maintenance, hundreds of color options. Most popular siding in Knox County for good reason.
Craftsman, cottage, Cape Cod. Cedar shake or vinyl shake profiles add character to gables, accents, and full elevations.
Premium synthetic siding from brands like Royal Building Products and Tando. Won't rot, won't warp, looks like wood. Great for trim and accents.
Manufactured stone veneer, decorative trim, board-and-batten accents. The details that turn a refresh into a transformation.
Some contractors save money by installing new siding over the old. We tear off the existing siding so we can inspect the wall sheathing, replace rotten OSB, install proper house wrap, and address any flashing issues before the new siding goes up. It costs more, takes longer, and is the only way to do it right. It's also what keeps your manufacturer warranty valid.
James Hardie's 30-year non-prorated warranty has very specific installation requirements. Wrong fasteners, wrong spacing, or wrong trim and your warranty is void. We're authorized installers — we install per Hardie's published specs, every time. We'll show you the spec sheets if you want to see them.
Most of the people on your siding job are our own employees. For larger projects that need additional skilled trades, we bring in vetted partners we've worked with for a long time — never day-labor or rotating crews. Our siding foremen have been with us for years, and the install looks the same on house 5,000 as it did on house 100.
The manufacturer warrants the siding material. We warrant the installation — for as long as you own the home. If a panel comes loose five years from now, you call us, we come fix it. No hourly rate, no service fee, no argument.
Installed siding costs in Knoxville typically fall into these ranges:
Your actual cost depends on home size, architectural complexity, current siding removal, trim packages, and any sheathing or wrap work needed. We give you an itemized written quote good for 90 days — no pressure to decide on the spot.
Our siding process has been refined across thousands of Knoxville homes. No pressure tactics. No surprise charges. Just a clear path from estimate to completed install.
A designer comes out, measures, brings material samples in your colors, and listens to what you want. Usually within a week.
Line-by-line pricing showing materials, removal, sheathing inspection, house wrap, install, trim, and disposal. Good for 90 days.
Hardie or LP orders typically take 3–6 weeks. We confirm your install start date when materials are confirmed delivered. No guessing.
Tear-off, sheathing inspection, house wrap, siding install, trim, caulking, and full cleanup. Typical project: 1–3 weeks.
Most contractor sites hide siding pricing because they want to control the conversation. We'd rather you know the ballpark before we even meet. Here's what installed siding typically costs in Knoxville per square foot. Your exact price depends on home complexity, removal, and trim — itemized in your free quote.
| Siding Material | What It Is | Installed Price (per sq ft) |
|---|---|---|
| Vinyl (Standard) | Insulated and non-insulated vinyl from Mastic, CertainTeed, Royal. Most popular Knoxville siding. | $4 – $7 |
| Vinyl (Premium) | Thicker gauge, longer warranty, deeper colors. Mid-range value for homeowners staying long-term. | $6 – $9 |
| LP SmartSide | Engineered wood, 50-year warranty, takes paint beautifully. Best wood-look on a budget. | $7 – $11 |
| James Hardie Fiber Cement | 30+ year lifespan, fire-resistant, authentic wood texture. Industry gold standard. | $10 – $16 |
| Hardie ColorPlus Premium | Factory-finished Hardie with 15-year paint warranty. Zero on-site painting needed. | $12 – $18 |
| Cedar Shake (Real) | Authentic cedar shake. Premium curb appeal but requires maintenance. | $14 – $20 |
| PVC / Specialty | Royal, Tando, Nichiha specialty profiles. Won't rot, won't warp, premium look. | $14 – $25+ |
Prices reflect typical installed cost per square foot in a standard-access Knoxville home. Tear-off of old siding, sheathing replacement, and intricate trim work add to the total. A typical 2,000 sq ft home has roughly 2,800–3,400 sq ft of siding surface area. Free written quote includes line-item pricing.
Written by our team based on what Knoxville homeowners actually ask. If you have a question we haven't covered, call (865) 689-0505 and we'll answer it.
Installed siding costs in Knoxville typically run $4–$8 per square foot for vinyl, $7–$11 for LP SmartSide, and $10–$16 for James Hardie fiber cement.
A full-house siding project on a typical 2,000 sq ft Knoxville home (about 2,800–3,400 sq ft of actual siding surface) usually falls between $12,000 and $45,000 depending on material, complexity, and trim work. Tear-off of old siding, sheathing replacement, and intricate trim profiles add to the total. We provide free written quotes with itemized line-by-line pricing.
Properly installed James Hardie fiber cement siding lasts 30–50 years in East Tennessee's climate. James Hardie backs the material with a 30-year non-prorated warranty, and ColorPlus factory finishes carry a separate 15-year paint warranty.
The key word is "properly installed." Hardie's warranty has very specific installation requirements — correct fasteners, correct spacing, correct trim systems. We install per Hardie's published specs, every time. We're happy to walk you through the spec sheet during your estimate.
Both work well in East Tennessee. Here's the honest breakdown:
Vinyl is the most affordable, easy to maintain (just rinse with a hose), lasts 20–30 years, and comes in hundreds of colors. Best choice for budget-conscious homeowners and rental properties.
Fiber cement (James Hardie) costs 2–3x more but lasts 30–50 years, won't melt near grills or fire pits, won't dent from hail like vinyl can, and gives a more authentic wood-look profile. Resale value typically beats vinyl by 5–8%.
For homes under 15 years old or homes you plan to sell within 5 years, vinyl is usually the smart choice. For "forever homes" you plan to keep long-term, Hardie pays off.
A typical full-house siding installation in Knoxville takes 1–3 weeks depending on home size and complexity:
Tear-off of old siding: 1–2 days. Sheathing inspection, house wrap, and prep: 1–2 days. New siding installation: 5–10 days. Trim, caulking, paint touch-ups, and cleanup: 2–4 days.
Weather can extend the timeline, especially in winter when adhesives and caulks need warmer temps. We give you a target completion date in your written quote and update you if anything shifts.
Yes, in almost every case. We tear off the old siding so we can inspect the sheathing, replace rotten OSB, install proper house wrap (or weather-resistive barrier), and address any flashing issues before the new siding goes up.
Some contractors install new siding directly over the old to save time and money. It's faster and cheaper, but it hides problems that will get worse, adds weight to the wall, and voids most manufacturer warranties. We don't do that work.
The only exception is small repair jobs where we're matching existing siding on one wall — but those are rare and we'll discuss it during the estimate.
Yes. We're authorized installers for James Hardie products, which means we install per Hardie's published specifications using their approved fasteners, trim systems, and best practices.
This isn't a marketing claim — it's the requirement to keep your 30-year material warranty intact. Any contractor can buy Hardie products, but installing them correctly is a different skill. We're also certified installers for LP SmartSide, CertainTeed, Mastic, Royal Building Products, Nichiha, and Tando.
Depends on the material:
Vinyl: Never. The color is baked in.
James Hardie ColorPlus: 15-year factory finish warranty. Most homeowners get 20+ years before considering a refresh.
James Hardie primed (you paint after install): Repaint every 10–15 years with quality acrylic paint.
LP SmartSide: Repaint every 7–10 years for best results.
Cedar shake: Stain or seal every 3–5 years.
We work throughout Knox County and the surrounding counties — including Fountain City, Halls, Powell, Karns, Farragut, West Knoxville, Sequoyah Hills, Bearden, North Knoxville, South Knoxville, East Knoxville, and the wider Loudon, Blount, Anderson, Sevier, Roane, Union, Jefferson, and Grainger counties.
If you're within an hour of our showroom on North Broadway, we can almost certainly help. Call (865) 689-0505 if you're not sure.
Most of our siding customers eventually do windows, doors, or roofing with us too. Same crew, same warranty, one company to call.
