{"id":6370,"date":"2026-07-27T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-07-27T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.simplywise.com\/blog\/?p=6370"},"modified":"2026-07-27T17:58:41","modified_gmt":"2026-07-27T17:58:41","slug":"siding-estimate-template","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.simplywise.com\/blog\/siding-estimate-template\/","title":{"rendered":"Siding Estimate Template 2026: Free Download + Pricing Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script>\ndocument.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', function() {\n  var sels = ['.entry-header','.page-header','article > h1:first-child','.entry-footer'];\n  sels.forEach(function(s){document.querySelectorAll(s).forEach(function(el){el.style.display='none';});});\n  var el = document.querySelector('.pm');\n  while (el && el !== document.body) {\n    el.style.maxWidth='100%'; el.style.width='100%'; el.style.padding='0'; el.style.margin='0';\n    el.style.float='none'; el.style.flex='0 0 100%';\n    el = el.parentElement;\n  }\n  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Vinyl, fiber cement, cedar, and engineered wood line items built in. Download instantly in PDF, Excel, or Google Sheets and fill it out in under 3 minutes.<\/p>\n<p class=\"pm__dek-cta\">In a hurry? <a href=\"https:\/\/swcostestimator.app.link\/ce-ai\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Price a job from a photo<\/a> in about six seconds.<\/p>\n<div class=\"pm__rating\"><span class=\"pm__stars\">&#9733;&#9733;&#9733;&#9733;&#9733;<\/span> <b>4.8<\/b> <span class=\"pm__rating-sub\">on the App Store<\/span><\/div>\n<div style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;margin-bottom:16px;flex-wrap:wrap\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/swcostestimator.app.link\/ce-ai\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"display:inline-flex;align-items:center;gap:8px;padding:14px 24px;border-radius:8px;font-size:15px;font-weight:600;background:#2563eb;color:#fff;text-decoration:none;border:none\" target=\"_blank\">Download PDF<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/swcostestimator.app.link\/ce-ai\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"display:inline-flex;align-items:center;gap:8px;padding:14px 24px;border-radius:8px;font-size:15px;font-weight:600;background:#1e293b;color:#e2e8f0;text-decoration:none;border:1px solid #334155\" target=\"_blank\">Excel<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/swcostestimator.app.link\/ce-ai\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"display:inline-flex;align-items:center;gap:8px;padding:14px 24px;border-radius:8px;font-size:15px;font-weight:600;background:#1e293b;color:#e2e8f0;text-decoration:none;border:1px solid #334155\" target=\"_blank\">Google Sheets<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"pm__meta\"><span>SimplyWise<\/span><i><\/i><span>Updated July 27, 2026<\/span><i><\/i><span>7 min read<\/span><\/div>\n<figure class=\"pm__fig\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Two-story home exterior with tan horizontal lap siding installed around a dormer window\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1585968895333-12f7ce1bf1bd?w=1400&amp;q=80\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:12px;display:block\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/header>\n<div class=\"pm__body\">\n<div class=\"pm__inner\">\n<aside class=\"pm__tldr\">\n<div class=\"pm__tldr-label\">Siding estimate template at a glance<\/div>\n<p style=\"font-size:16px;color:#1e293b;line-height:1.7;margin:0\">A good siding estimate prices wall area minus openings, breaks out material (vinyl, fiber cement, cedar, engineered wood), itemizes trim and corners separately, includes house wrap and fasteners, accounts for demo and dump fees, lists scaffolding on 2-story homes, and applies a 20% to 30% markup. Use the free template below to capture all of it in one document, then deliver it to the homeowner within 48 hours of the walkthrough.<\/p>\n<div class=\"pm__tldr-cta\"><span>Need a faster estimate?<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/swcostestimator.app.link\/ce-ai\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Price from a photo<\/a><\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<div class=\"sw-t\" style=\"font-family:Inter,-apple-system,BlinkMacSystemFont,sans-serif;color:#1e293b;line-height:1.6;margin:0;padding:0;max-width:100%;overflow-x:hidden\">\n<section style=\"padding:80px 120px;background:#f8fafc;width:100%\">\n<h2 style=\"font-size:36px;font-weight:800;margin:0 0 16px 0;color:#0f172a\">Why Siding Estimates Fail Without a Template<\/h2>\n<p style=\"font-size:16px;color:#64748b;margin:0 0 40px 0;max-width:760px\">Most blown siding bids share three causes. A template forces you to capture each one before the number leaves your truck.<\/p>\n<div style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr 1fr;gap:24px\">\n<div style=\"background:#fff;border-radius:12px;padding:28px;border:1px solid #e2e8f0\">\n<div style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:700;color:#1d4ed8;margin-bottom:8px\">Cause #1<\/div>\n<h3 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 10px 0;color:#0f172a\">Mismeasured wall area<\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size:14px;color:#64748b;line-height:1.65;margin:0\">Forgetting to deduct windows and doors inflates the square footage by 12% to 18% on a typical home. On a 2,000 sq ft elevation, that&#8217;s 240 to 360 wasted sq ft of material in your quote. A template line forces the openings subtotal.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background:#fff;border-radius:12px;padding:28px;border:1px solid #e2e8f0\">\n<div style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:700;color:#1d4ed8;margin-bottom:8px\">Cause #2<\/div>\n<h3 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 10px 0;color:#0f172a\">Trim and corners ignored<\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size:14px;color:#64748b;line-height:1.65;margin:0\">J-channel, inside and outside corners, starter strip, soffit, and fascia run 18% to 25% of material cost on vinyl and 25% to 35% on fiber cement. Skipping the trim line item is the #2 cause of siding estimates that bleed margin once the job starts.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background:#fff;border-radius:12px;padding:28px;border:1px solid #e2e8f0\">\n<div style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:700;color:#1d4ed8;margin-bottom:8px\">Cause #3<\/div>\n<h3 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 10px 0;color:#0f172a\">No staging or demo line<\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size:14px;color:#64748b;line-height:1.65;margin:0\">Scaffolding on a 2-story home runs $1,500 to $3,500 for a typical install. Demo of existing siding and dump fees add their own line on top of the new install. Templates with built-in demo and scaffolding rows mean you never quote a tear-off as if it were new construction.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section style=\"padding:80px 120px;background:#fff;width:100%\">\n<h2 style=\"font-size:36px;font-weight:800;margin:0 0 16px 0;color:#0f172a\">What&#8217;s in the SimplyWise Siding Estimate Template<\/h2>\n<p style=\"font-size:16px;color:#64748b;margin:0 0 40px 0;max-width:760px\">Every line a residential siding job needs, pre-built. Open it, type your numbers, send the PDF.<\/p>\n<div style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;gap:16px\">\n<div style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;font-size:14px;color:#334155\"><span style=\"color:#1d4ed8;font-weight:700;flex-shrink:0\">\u2713<\/span> Company name, license number, and contact info<\/div>\n<div style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;font-size:14px;color:#334155\"><span style=\"color:#1d4ed8;font-weight:700;flex-shrink:0\">\u2713<\/span> Client name, project address, and elevation notes<\/div>\n<div style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;font-size:14px;color:#334155\"><span style=\"color:#1d4ed8;font-weight:700;flex-shrink:0\">\u2713<\/span> Gross wall area by elevation with openings deducted<\/div>\n<div style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;font-size:14px;color:#334155\"><span style=\"color:#1d4ed8;font-weight:700;flex-shrink:0\">\u2713<\/span> Material tier selector (vinyl, fiber cement, cedar, LP)<\/div>\n<div style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;font-size:14px;color:#334155\"><span style=\"color:#1d4ed8;font-weight:700;flex-shrink:0\">\u2713<\/span> Trim line items: J-channel, corners, starter, finish caps<\/div>\n<div style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;font-size:14px;color:#334155\"><span style=\"color:#1d4ed8;font-weight:700;flex-shrink:0\">\u2713<\/span> Soffit and fascia coverage with linear-foot pricing<\/div>\n<div style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;font-size:14px;color:#334155\"><span style=\"color:#1d4ed8;font-weight:700;flex-shrink:0\">\u2713<\/span> House wrap (Tyvek or equivalent) by sq ft<\/div>\n<div style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;font-size:14px;color:#334155\"><span style=\"color:#1d4ed8;font-weight:700;flex-shrink:0\">\u2713<\/span> Fasteners (stainless or hot-dipped galvanized)<\/div>\n<div style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;font-size:14px;color:#334155\"><span style=\"color:#1d4ed8;font-weight:700;flex-shrink:0\">\u2713<\/span> Demo of existing siding plus dump fee line<\/div>\n<div style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;font-size:14px;color:#334155\"><span style=\"color:#1d4ed8;font-weight:700;flex-shrink:0\">\u2713<\/span> Scaffolding or pump-jack staging by day<\/div>\n<div style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;font-size:14px;color:#334155\"><span style=\"color:#1d4ed8;font-weight:700;flex-shrink:0\">\u2713<\/span> Caulk, paint, and finish work (cedar primer noted)<\/div>\n<div style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;font-size:14px;color:#334155\"><span style=\"color:#1d4ed8;font-weight:700;flex-shrink:0\">\u2713<\/span> Labor by crew size, day rate, and elevation difficulty<\/div>\n<div style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;font-size:14px;color:#334155\"><span style=\"color:#1d4ed8;font-weight:700;flex-shrink:0\">\u2713<\/span> Waste factor toggle (10% simple, 15% cut-up)<\/div>\n<div style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;font-size:14px;color:#334155\"><span style=\"color:#1d4ed8;font-weight:700;flex-shrink:0\">\u2713<\/span> Markup (20% to 30% typical for residential siding)<\/div>\n<div style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;font-size:14px;color:#334155\"><span style=\"color:#1d4ed8;font-weight:700;flex-shrink:0\">\u2713<\/span> Subtotal, tax, and grand total rows<\/div>\n<div style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;font-size:14px;color:#334155\"><span style=\"color:#1d4ed8;font-weight:700;flex-shrink:0\">\u2713<\/span> Payment schedule (deposit, midpoint, final)<\/div>\n<div style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;font-size:14px;color:#334155\"><span style=\"color:#1d4ed8;font-weight:700;flex-shrink:0\">\u2713<\/span> Warranty, insurance, and permit terms<\/div>\n<div style=\"display:flex;gap:12px;font-size:14px;color:#334155\"><span style=\"color:#1d4ed8;font-weight:700;flex-shrink:0\">\u2713<\/span> Signature line for client approval<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section style=\"padding:80px 120px;background:#f8fafc;width:100%\">\n<h2 style=\"font-size:36px;font-weight:800;margin:0 0 40px 0;color:#0f172a\">How to Use the Siding Estimate Template in 6 Steps<\/h2>\n<div style=\"background:#fff;border-radius:12px;padding:32px;margin-bottom:16px;display:flex;gap:24px;align-items:flex-start\">\n<div style=\"width:48px;height:48px;min-width:48px;background:#1d4ed8;color:#fff;border-radius:50%;display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;font-size:20px;font-weight:700\">1<\/div>\n<div>\n<h3 style=\"font-size:20px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 8px 0;color:#0f172a\">Step 1: Measure walls and subtract openings<\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size:15px;color:#475569;line-height:1.65;margin:0\">Walk each elevation. Measure wall height by wall width, multiply for gross area, then subtract every window and door. Use 20 sq ft per door and 15 sq ft per standard window as a fast deduction. For gables, calculate the triangle (base times height divided by 2) and add it to the rectangle below. Mismeasured area is the #1 cause of siding estimate blowups.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background:#fff;border-radius:12px;padding:32px;margin-bottom:16px;display:flex;gap:24px;align-items:flex-start\">\n<div style=\"width:48px;height:48px;min-width:48px;background:#1d4ed8;color:#fff;border-radius:50%;display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;font-size:20px;font-weight:700\">2<\/div>\n<div>\n<h3 style=\"font-size:20px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 8px 0;color:#0f172a\">Step 2: Pick the material tier and calculate panels<\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size:15px;color:#475569;line-height:1.65;margin:0\">Vinyl runs $2 to $4 per sq ft for material, fiber cement (Hardie, Allura) $5 to $9, cedar $5 to $12, engineered wood (LP SmartSide) $4 to $7. Multiply your net wall area by the per-sq-ft material rate. Add a 10% waste factor on simple boxes, 15% on cut-up elevations with dormers, bumpouts, or multiple corners.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background:#fff;border-radius:12px;padding:32px;margin-bottom:16px;display:flex;gap:24px;align-items:flex-start\">\n<div style=\"width:48px;height:48px;min-width:48px;background:#1d4ed8;color:#fff;border-radius:50%;display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;font-size:20px;font-weight:700\">3<\/div>\n<div>\n<h3 style=\"font-size:20px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 8px 0;color:#0f172a\">Step 3: Add trim, corners, and accessories<\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size:15px;color:#475569;line-height:1.65;margin:0\">J-channel around windows and doors, inside and outside corners, starter strip, finish cap, soffit, and fascia. Trim and accessories typically run 18% to 25% of material cost on vinyl and 25% to 35% on fiber cement. If the architect spec&#8217;d extensive trim (rake boards, frieze, water tables), bump it to 40%.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background:#fff;border-radius:12px;padding:32px;margin-bottom:16px;display:flex;gap:24px;align-items:flex-start\">\n<div style=\"width:48px;height:48px;min-width:48px;background:#1d4ed8;color:#fff;border-radius:50%;display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;font-size:20px;font-weight:700\">4<\/div>\n<div>\n<h3 style=\"font-size:20px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 8px 0;color:#0f172a\">Step 4: Include house wrap, fasteners, demo, and dump fees<\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size:15px;color:#475569;line-height:1.65;margin:0\">Tyvek HomeWrap (or equivalent) runs $0.30 to $0.50 per sq ft of wall. Stainless or hot-dipped fasteners add $0.10 to $0.20 per sq ft. Demo of existing siding plus dump fees goes on its own line, priced from your local hauler and dumpster rates. If you&#8217;re going over existing siding (rare and risky), note it explicitly on the estimate so the homeowner sees the warranty implication.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background:#fff;border-radius:12px;padding:32px;margin-bottom:16px;display:flex;gap:24px;align-items:flex-start\">\n<div style=\"width:48px;height:48px;min-width:48px;background:#1d4ed8;color:#fff;border-radius:50%;display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;font-size:20px;font-weight:700\">5<\/div>\n<div>\n<h3 style=\"font-size:20px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 8px 0;color:#0f172a\">Step 5: Price labor by crew size, stories, and complexity<\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size:15px;color:#475569;line-height:1.65;margin:0\">Labor runs $2 to $4 per sq ft installed for vinyl, $4 to $6 for fiber cement (Hardie weighs more and needs special blades), $5 to $8 for cedar with priming and back-priming. Two-story homes add 15% to 25% for scaffolding and staging time. Detail-heavy trim work can double the per-hour rate on the finish phase. A 3-person crew on a 2,000 sq ft home typically runs 5 to 7 days.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background:#fff;border-radius:12px;padding:32px;margin-bottom:0;display:flex;gap:24px;align-items:flex-start\">\n<div style=\"width:48px;height:48px;min-width:48px;background:#1d4ed8;color:#fff;border-radius:50%;display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;font-size:20px;font-weight:700\">6<\/div>\n<div>\n<h3 style=\"font-size:20px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 8px 0;color:#0f172a\">Step 6: Apply markup, export the PDF, deliver within 48 hours<\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size:15px;color:#475569;line-height:1.65;margin:0\">Apply 20% to 30% markup for overhead, insurance, callbacks, and profit. Don&#8217;t shave it. Export a clean PDF, attach the material spec sheet (Hardie color chart, vinyl swatch, cedar grade) if relevant, and email within 48 hours of the walkthrough. Siding estimates that arrive fast win. The homeowner is usually collecting 2 to 3 other quotes at the same time.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section style=\"padding:80px 120px;background:#fff;width:100%\">\n<h2 style=\"font-size:36px;font-weight:800;margin:0 0 12px 0;color:#0f172a\">Average Siding Job Costs to Guide Your Estimates<\/h2>\n<p style=\"font-size:15px;color:#64748b;margin:0 0 32px 0\">Use these benchmarks as starting points. Actual costs vary by region, material grade, and elevation complexity. Check your supplier&#8217;s current price sheet before you bid.<\/p>\n<div style=\"overflow-x:auto;-webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch;margin:20px 0 28px\">\n<table class=\"pm__table\" style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;border-radius:12px;overflow:hidden;border:1px solid #e2e8f0\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"col\" style=\"background:#0f172a;color:#fff;padding:14px 20px;font-size:13px;font-weight:600;text-align:left\">Job Type<\/th>\n<th scope=\"col\" style=\"background:#0f172a;color:#fff;padding:14px 20px;font-size:13px;font-weight:600;text-align:left\">Material Cost<\/th>\n<th scope=\"col\" style=\"background:#0f172a;color:#fff;padding:14px 20px;font-size:13px;font-weight:600;text-align:left\">Labor Cost<\/th>\n<th scope=\"col\" style=\"background:#0f172a;color:#fff;padding:14px 20px;font-size:13px;font-weight:600;text-align:left\">Total Range<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:14px 20px;font-size:14px;color:#1e293b;border-bottom:1px solid #f1f5f9\">Small ranch, vinyl (1,200 sq ft)<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:14px 20px;font-size:14px;color:#64748b;border-bottom:1px solid #f1f5f9\">$2,400 to $4,800<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:14px 20px;font-size:14px;color:#64748b;border-bottom:1px solid #f1f5f9\">$2,400 to $4,800<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:14px 20px;font-size:14px;color:#64748b;border-bottom:1px solid #f1f5f9\">$6,000 to $11,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background:#f8fafc\">\n<td style=\"padding:14px 20px;font-size:14px;color:#1e293b;border-bottom:1px solid #f1f5f9\">2-story colonial, vinyl (2,200 sq ft)<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:14px 20px;font-size:14px;color:#64748b;border-bottom:1px solid #f1f5f9\">$4,400 to $8,800<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:14px 20px;font-size:14px;color:#64748b;border-bottom:1px solid #f1f5f9\">$4,400 to $8,800<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:14px 20px;font-size:14px;color:#64748b;border-bottom:1px solid #f1f5f9\">$11,000 to $19,500<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:14px 20px;font-size:14px;color:#1e293b;border-bottom:1px solid #f1f5f9\">2-story colonial, fiber cement (2,200 sq ft)<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:14px 20px;font-size:14px;color:#64748b;border-bottom:1px solid #f1f5f9\">$11,000 to $19,800<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:14px 20px;font-size:14px;color:#64748b;border-bottom:1px solid #f1f5f9\">$8,800 to $13,200<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:14px 20px;font-size:14px;color:#64748b;border-bottom:1px solid #f1f5f9\">$22,000 to $36,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background:#f8fafc\">\n<td style=\"padding:14px 20px;font-size:14px;color:#1e293b;border-bottom:1px solid #f1f5f9\">Cedar lap siding, 2-story (2,000 sq ft)<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:14px 20px;font-size:14px;color:#64748b;border-bottom:1px solid #f1f5f9\">$10,000 to $24,000<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:14px 20px;font-size:14px;color:#64748b;border-bottom:1px solid #f1f5f9\">$10,000 to $16,000<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:14px 20px;font-size:14px;color:#64748b;border-bottom:1px solid #f1f5f9\">$22,000 to $44,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"padding:14px 20px;font-size:14px;color:#1e293b;border-bottom:1px solid #f1f5f9\">LP SmartSide engineered wood (1,800 sq ft)<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:14px 20px;font-size:14px;color:#64748b;border-bottom:1px solid #f1f5f9\">$7,200 to $12,600<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:14px 20px;font-size:14px;color:#64748b;border-bottom:1px solid #f1f5f9\">$5,400 to $9,000<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:14px 20px;font-size:14px;color:#64748b;border-bottom:1px solid #f1f5f9\">$14,000 to $23,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"background:#f8fafc\">\n<td style=\"padding:14px 20px;font-size:14px;color:#1e293b\">Partial repair (one elevation, 400 sq ft)<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:14px 20px;font-size:14px;color:#64748b\">$800 to $2,000<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:14px 20px;font-size:14px;color:#64748b\">$1,200 to $2,400<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding:14px 20px;font-size:14px;color:#64748b\">$2,200 to $4,800<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"margin:24px 0 0 0;font-size:14px;color:#64748b\">Costs vary by region. <a href=\"https:\/\/swcostestimator.app.link\/ce-ai\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color:#1d4ed8;font-weight:600;text-decoration:none\" target=\"_blank\">Get an itemized siding estimate in about 6 seconds with the SimplyWise Cost Estimator -&gt;<\/a><\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section style=\"padding:80px 120px;background:#f8fafc;width:100%\">\n<h2 style=\"font-size:36px;font-weight:800;margin:0 0 40px 0;color:#0f172a\">Common Siding Estimate Mistakes<\/h2>\n<div style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(3,1fr);gap:24px\">\n<div style=\"background:#fff;border-radius:12px;padding:32px\">\n<div style=\"font-size:32px;font-weight:800;color:#1d4ed8;margin-bottom:12px\">1<\/div>\n<h3 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 8px 0;color:#0f172a\">Forgetting J-channel and corners<\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size:14px;color:#64748b;line-height:1.65;margin:0\">Trim adds 18% to 25% on vinyl and 25% to 35% on fiber cement. Quoting just siding panels and labor is a $1,500 to $4,000 hole on a typical home. List trim as its own line and itemize each piece type.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background:#fff;border-radius:12px;padding:32px\">\n<div style=\"font-size:32px;font-weight:800;color:#1d4ed8;margin-bottom:12px\">2<\/div>\n<h3 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 8px 0;color:#0f172a\">Ignoring scaffolding cost<\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size:14px;color:#64748b;line-height:1.65;margin:0\">A 2-story home needs scaffold or pump-jack staging. That&#8217;s $1,500 to $3,500 you eat if it&#8217;s not on the estimate. Always include staging as a separate row with day counts so the homeowner sees why a 2-story isn&#8217;t just double the 1-story price.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background:#fff;border-radius:12px;padding:32px\">\n<div style=\"font-size:32px;font-weight:800;color:#1d4ed8;margin-bottom:12px\">3<\/div>\n<h3 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 8px 0;color:#0f172a\">Underestimating cedar acclimation<\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size:14px;color:#64748b;line-height:1.65;margin:0\">Cedar needs on-site acclimation to local humidity before install, per the manufacturer&#8217;s storage guidance. Skipping it invites callbacks for cupping and gaps. Build acclimation days into your labor schedule, not just material delivery.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background:#fff;border-radius:12px;padding:32px\">\n<div style=\"font-size:32px;font-weight:800;color:#1d4ed8;margin-bottom:12px\">4<\/div>\n<h3 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 8px 0;color:#0f172a\">Skipping the house wrap line<\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size:14px;color:#64748b;line-height:1.65;margin:0\">Tyvek or equivalent at $0.30 to $0.50 per sq ft is non-negotiable on any tear-off. Forgetting it means either an unhappy callback or a manufacturer warranty void. Make it a default checked row.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background:#fff;border-radius:12px;padding:32px\">\n<div style=\"font-size:32px;font-weight:800;color:#1d4ed8;margin-bottom:12px\">5<\/div>\n<h3 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 8px 0;color:#0f172a\">Quoting without seeing all elevations<\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size:14px;color:#64748b;line-height:1.65;margin:0\">Bidding from a single photo or the front elevation only misses the cut-up side with the bay window and chimney chase. Always walk all four elevations. Estimate complexity per side, not by averaging.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background:#fff;border-radius:12px;padding:32px\">\n<div style=\"font-size:32px;font-weight:800;color:#1d4ed8;margin-bottom:12px\">6<\/div>\n<h3 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 8px 0;color:#0f172a\">No waste factor on cut-up homes<\/h3>\n<p style=\"font-size:14px;color:#64748b;line-height:1.65;margin:0\">Standard 10% waste covers a simple ranch. A cut-up colonial with dormers, bays, and bumpouts can hit 18% waste. Adjust per project. Material returns are a hassle on fiber cement and impossible on cedar grade-matched stock.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section style=\"padding:80px 120px;background:#fff;text-align:center;width:100%\">\n<h2 style=\"font-size:36px;font-weight:800;margin:0 0 16px 0;color:#0f172a\">Siding Estimate Template vs SimplyWise Cost Estimator App<\/h2>\n<p style=\"font-size:16px;color:#64748b;margin:0 auto 40px auto;max-width:720px\">The template is great when you have time at the kitchen table. The app turns a photo into an itemized estimate in about 6 seconds and supports live material pricing.<\/p>\n<div style=\"display:flex;gap:32px;justify-content:center;max-width:900px;margin:0 auto\">\n<div style=\"flex:1;border-radius:16px;padding:40px 32px;text-align:left;background:#f8fafc;border:1px solid #e2e8f0\">\n<span style=\"display:inline-block;padding:4px 12px;border-radius:20px;font-size:11px;font-weight:600;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:1px;background:#f1f5f9;color:#64748b;margin-bottom:12px\">Free Template<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-size:24px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 16px 0;color:#0f172a\">Free<\/h3>\n<ul style=\"list-style:none;padding:0;margin:16px 0\">\n<li style=\"padding:6px 0;font-size:14px;color:#334155\">\u2713 Pre-filled siding line items<\/li>\n<li style=\"padding:6px 0;font-size:14px;color:#334155\">\u2713 PDF, Excel, Google Sheets<\/li>\n<li style=\"padding:6px 0;font-size:14px;color:#334155\">\u2713 Print or email to clients<\/li>\n<li style=\"padding:6px 0;font-size:14px;color:#334155\">\u2713 Manual updates required<\/li>\n<li style=\"padding:6px 0;font-size:14px;color:#334155\">\u2713 No live material pricing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"flex:1;border-radius:16px;padding:40px 32px;text-align:left;background:#0f172a;color:#fff\">\n<span style=\"display:inline-block;padding:4px 12px;border-radius:20px;font-size:11px;font-weight:600;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:1px;background:#22c55e;color:#fff;margin-bottom:12px\">Free to Try<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-size:24px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 16px 0;color:#fff\">SimplyWise Cost Estimator<\/h3>\n<ul style=\"list-style:none;padding:0;margin:16px 0\">\n<li style=\"padding:6px 0;font-size:14px;color:#cbd5e1\">\u2713 Photo into an itemized estimate in about 6 seconds<\/li>\n<li style=\"padding:6px 0;font-size:14px;color:#cbd5e1\">\u2713 Live material pricing<\/li>\n<li style=\"padding:6px 0;font-size:14px;color:#cbd5e1\">\u2713 Professional bid creation<\/li>\n<li style=\"padding:6px 0;font-size:14px;color:#cbd5e1\">\u2713 Professional PDF estimates + invoices<\/li>\n<li style=\"padding:6px 0;font-size:14px;color:#cbd5e1\">\u2713 Track every job in one place<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/swcostestimator.app.link\/ce-ai\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2563eb;color:#fff;padding:14px 28px;border-radius:8px;font-size:15px;font-weight:700;margin-top:16px;text-decoration:none\" target=\"_blank\">Try SimplyWise Free -&gt;<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section style=\"padding:80px 120px;background:#f8fafc;width:100%\">\n<h2 style=\"font-size:36px;font-weight:800;margin:0 0 32px 0;color:#0f172a\">More Free Templates and Cost Guides for Contractors<\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"font-size:20px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 16px 0;color:#0f172a\">Estimate templates by trade<\/h3>\n<div style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(3,1fr);gap:20px;margin-bottom:48px\"><a href=\"\/blog\/roofing-estimate-template\/\" style=\"background:#fff;border-radius:12px;padding:24px;border:1px solid #e2e8f0;text-decoration:none;display:block\"><span style=\"display:block;font-size:16px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 6px 0;color:#0f172a\">Roofing Estimate Template<\/span><span style=\"display:block;font-size:13px;color:#64748b;line-height:1.55;margin:0 0 10px 0\">Asphalt shingles, metal, flat roofs with tear-off, materials, and labor line items.<\/span><span style=\"font-size:13px;font-weight:600;color:#1d4ed8\">Download free -&gt;<\/span><\/a><a href=\"\/blog\/painting-estimate-template\/\" style=\"background:#fff;border-radius:12px;padding:24px;border:1px solid #e2e8f0;text-decoration:none;display:block\"><span style=\"display:block;font-size:16px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 6px 0;color:#0f172a\">Painting Estimate Template<\/span><span style=\"display:block;font-size:13px;color:#64748b;line-height:1.55;margin:0 0 10px 0\">Interior and exterior painting with prep, coats, paint brand, and trim lines.<\/span><span style=\"font-size:13px;font-weight:600;color:#1d4ed8\">Download free -&gt;<\/span><\/a><a href=\"\/blog\/hvac-estimate-template\/\" style=\"background:#fff;border-radius:12px;padding:24px;border:1px solid #e2e8f0;text-decoration:none;display:block\"><span style=\"display:block;font-size:16px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 6px 0;color:#0f172a\">HVAC Estimate Template<\/span><span style=\"display:block;font-size:13px;color:#64748b;line-height:1.55;margin:0 0 10px 0\">Equipment, ductwork, seasonal labor adjustments, and warranty lines.<\/span><span style=\"font-size:13px;font-weight:600;color:#1d4ed8\">Download free -&gt;<\/span><\/a><a href=\"\/blog\/electrical-estimate-template\/\" style=\"background:#fff;border-radius:12px;padding:24px;border:1px solid #e2e8f0;text-decoration:none;display:block\"><span style=\"display:block;font-size:16px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 6px 0;color:#0f172a\">Electrical Estimate Template<\/span><span style=\"display:block;font-size:13px;color:#64748b;line-height:1.55;margin:0 0 10px 0\">Service upgrades, panel work, rough-in, and finish with permit line items.<\/span><span style=\"font-size:13px;font-weight:600;color:#1d4ed8\">Download free -&gt;<\/span><\/a><a href=\"\/blog\/plumbing-estimate-template\/\" style=\"background:#fff;border-radius:12px;padding:24px;border:1px solid #e2e8f0;text-decoration:none;display:block\"><span style=\"display:block;font-size:16px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 6px 0;color:#0f172a\">Plumbing Estimate Template<\/span><span style=\"display:block;font-size:13px;color:#64748b;line-height:1.55;margin:0 0 10px 0\">Fixtures, rough-in, water heaters, and trim with hourly and flat-rate options.<\/span><span style=\"font-size:13px;font-weight:600;color:#1d4ed8\">Download free -&gt;<\/span><\/a><a href=\"\/blog\/landscaping-estimate-template\/\" style=\"background:#fff;border-radius:12px;padding:24px;border:1px solid #e2e8f0;text-decoration:none;display:block\"><span style=\"display:block;font-size:16px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 6px 0;color:#0f172a\">Landscaping Estimate Template<\/span><span style=\"display:block;font-size:13px;color:#64748b;line-height:1.55;margin:0 0 10px 0\">Design, plant material, hardscape, and seasonal maintenance line items.<\/span><span style=\"font-size:13px;font-weight:600;color:#1d4ed8\">Download free -&gt;<\/span><\/a><a href=\"\/blog\/general-estimate-template\/\" style=\"background:#fff;border-radius:12px;padding:24px;border:1px solid #e2e8f0;text-decoration:none;display:block\"><span style=\"display:block;font-size:16px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 6px 0;color:#0f172a\">General Contractor Estimate Template<\/span><span style=\"display:block;font-size:13px;color:#64748b;line-height:1.55;margin:0 0 10px 0\">Multi-trade jobs with phases, allowances, and change order tracking.<\/span><span style=\"font-size:13px;font-weight:600;color:#1d4ed8\">Download free -&gt;<\/span><\/a><a href=\"\/blog\/construction-bid-template\/\" style=\"background:#fff;border-radius:12px;padding:24px;border:1px solid #e2e8f0;text-decoration:none;display:block\"><span style=\"display:block;font-size:16px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 6px 0;color:#0f172a\">Bid Estimate Template<\/span><span style=\"display:block;font-size:13px;color:#64748b;line-height:1.55;margin:0 0 10px 0\">Bid proposal format with scope, exclusions, allowances, and timeline.<\/span><span style=\"font-size:13px;font-weight:600;color:#1d4ed8\">Download free -&gt;<\/span><\/a><a href=\"\/blog\/contractor-invoice-template\/\" style=\"background:#fff;border-radius:12px;padding:24px;border:1px solid #e2e8f0;text-decoration:none;display:block\"><span style=\"display:block;font-size:16px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 6px 0;color:#0f172a\">Contractor Invoice Template<\/span><span style=\"display:block;font-size:13px;color:#64748b;line-height:1.55;margin:0 0 10px 0\">Progress billing, retainage tracking, and change order line items.<\/span><span style=\"font-size:13px;font-weight:600;color:#1d4ed8\">Download free -&gt;<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<h3 style=\"font-size:20px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 16px 0;color:#0f172a\">Estimating apps for siding and exterior contractors<\/h3>\n<div style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(3,1fr);gap:20px;margin-bottom:48px\"><a href=\"\/blog\/best-construction-estimating-apps\/\" style=\"background:#fff;border-radius:12px;padding:24px;border:1px solid #e2e8f0;text-decoration:none;display:block\"><span style=\"display:block;font-size:16px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 6px 0;color:#0f172a\">Best Estimating Apps for Contractors<\/span><span style=\"display:block;font-size:13px;color:#64748b;line-height:1.55;margin:0 0 10px 0\">Ranked roundup of mobile estimating apps for all residential trades.<\/span><span style=\"font-size:13px;font-weight:600;color:#1d4ed8\">Read the roundup -&gt;<\/span><\/a><a href=\"\/blog\/best-estimating-app-roofing-contractors\/\" style=\"background:#fff;border-radius:12px;padding:24px;border:1px solid #e2e8f0;text-decoration:none;display:block\"><span style=\"display:block;font-size:16px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 6px 0;color:#0f172a\">Best Estimating Apps for Roofers<\/span><span style=\"display:block;font-size:13px;color:#64748b;line-height:1.55;margin:0 0 10px 0\">Apps that handle roof measurement, materials, and exterior crew workflows.<\/span><span style=\"font-size:13px;font-weight:600;color:#1d4ed8\">Read the roundup -&gt;<\/span><\/a><a href=\"\/blog\/best-estimating-app-painters\/\" style=\"background:#fff;border-radius:12px;padding:24px;border:1px solid #e2e8f0;text-decoration:none;display:block\"><span style=\"display:block;font-size:16px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 6px 0;color:#0f172a\">Best Estimating Apps for Painters<\/span><span style=\"display:block;font-size:13px;color:#64748b;line-height:1.55;margin:0 0 10px 0\">Apps for painters and exterior trades with photo-to-estimate workflow.<\/span><span style=\"font-size:13px;font-weight:600;color:#1d4ed8\">Read the roundup -&gt;<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<h3 style=\"font-size:20px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 16px 0;color:#0f172a\">Cost guides for exterior projects<\/h3>\n<div style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(3,1fr);gap:20px\"><a href=\"\/blog\/cost-to-install-siding\/\" style=\"background:#fff;border-radius:12px;padding:24px;border:1px solid #e2e8f0;text-decoration:none;display:block\"><span style=\"display:block;font-size:16px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 6px 0;color:#0f172a\">Cost to Install Siding (2026)<\/span><span style=\"display:block;font-size:13px;color:#64748b;line-height:1.55;margin:0 0 10px 0\">National siding install cost ranges by material and home size.<\/span><span style=\"font-size:13px;font-weight:600;color:#1d4ed8\">See the cost guide -&gt;<\/span><\/a><a href=\"\/blog\/cost-to-replace-windows\/\" style=\"background:#fff;border-radius:12px;padding:24px;border:1px solid #e2e8f0;text-decoration:none;display:block\"><span style=\"display:block;font-size:16px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 6px 0;color:#0f172a\">Cost to Replace Windows (2026)<\/span><span style=\"display:block;font-size:13px;color:#64748b;line-height:1.55;margin:0 0 10px 0\">Window replacement cost ranges by frame material and home size.<\/span><span style=\"font-size:13px;font-weight:600;color:#1d4ed8\">See the cost guide -&gt;<\/span><\/a><a href=\"\/blog\/cost-to-paint-house-interior\/\" style=\"background:#fff;border-radius:12px;padding:24px;border:1px solid #e2e8f0;text-decoration:none;display:block\"><span style=\"display:block;font-size:16px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 6px 0;color:#0f172a\">Cost to Paint House Interior (2026)<\/span><span style=\"display:block;font-size:13px;color:#64748b;line-height:1.55;margin:0 0 10px 0\">Interior paint cost ranges by room count and finish quality.<\/span><span style=\"font-size:13px;font-weight:600;color:#1d4ed8\">See the cost guide -&gt;<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"pm__sources\" hidden=\"\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<section class=\"pm__faq\">\n<div class=\"pm__inner\">\n<h2 style=\"font-size:36px;font-weight:800;margin:0 0 40px 0;text-align:center;color:#0f172a\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<details style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e2e8f0;padding:20px 0\">\n<summary style=\"font-size:16px;font-weight:600;cursor:pointer;color:#0f172a;list-style:none\">How do I calculate the square footage for a siding estimate?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"font-size:15px;color:#64748b;line-height:1.7;padding-top:12px\">Measure each wall&#8217;s height and width, multiply for gross area, then subtract openings (windows around 15 sq ft each, doors around 20 sq ft). For gables, calculate as a triangle: base times height divided by 2. Add a 10% waste factor for straightforward elevations, 15% for cut-up homes with lots of corners, dormers, or fixtures.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e2e8f0;padding:20px 0\">\n<summary style=\"font-size:16px;font-weight:600;cursor:pointer;color:#0f172a;list-style:none\">What&#8217;s the cost difference between vinyl and fiber cement siding?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"font-size:15px;color:#64748b;line-height:1.7;padding-top:12px\">Vinyl runs about $3 to $7 per sq ft installed. Fiber cement (Hardie, Allura) runs $10 to $18 per sq ft installed. On a 2,000 sq ft house, that&#8217;s roughly $6,000 to $14,000 for vinyl versus $20,000 to $36,000 for fiber cement. The premium reflects longer lifespan, fire resistance, and impact resistance. Use the template to give the homeowner both options side by side.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e2e8f0;padding:20px 0\">\n<summary style=\"font-size:16px;font-weight:600;cursor:pointer;color:#0f172a;list-style:none\">Should I charge for siding estimates?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"font-size:15px;color:#64748b;line-height:1.7;padding-top:12px\">Most residential siding contractors offer free estimates for standard projects. For large or complex jobs (over $25,000) or jobs requiring scaffolding inspections, charging a $150 to $300 estimate fee and crediting it back at contract signing is reasonable. It filters tire-kickers and protects your windshield time.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e2e8f0;padding:20px 0\">\n<summary style=\"font-size:16px;font-weight:600;cursor:pointer;color:#0f172a;list-style:none\">How much should I add for trim and accessories?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"font-size:15px;color:#64748b;line-height:1.7;padding-top:12px\">Trim, corners, J-channel, starter strip, soffit, and fascia typically run 18% to 25% of material cost on vinyl jobs and 25% to 35% on fiber cement. Forgetting trim is one of the most common siding estimate errors. Always itemize accessories on a separate line so the homeowner sees the full picture and you don&#8217;t absorb the cost.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e2e8f0;padding:20px 0\">\n<summary style=\"font-size:16px;font-weight:600;cursor:pointer;color:#0f172a;list-style:none\">Do I need to include scaffolding in the estimate?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"font-size:15px;color:#64748b;line-height:1.7;padding-top:12px\">Yes, on any 2-story home or any work above 12 feet. Scaffolding or staging on a typical 2-story home runs $1,500 to $3,500 for the project. Pump jacks are cheaper than full scaffold but slower. List staging as its own line item so the homeowner understands why a 2-story is not double the 1-story price, it&#8217;s higher.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e2e8f0;padding:20px 0\">\n<summary style=\"font-size:16px;font-weight:600;cursor:pointer;color:#0f172a;list-style:none\">What file formats can I download this template in?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"font-size:15px;color:#64748b;line-height:1.7;padding-top:12px\">PDF (for sending to clients), Excel (for editing and calculations), and Google Sheets (for cloud-based collaboration). All three formats are free and require no signup or email gate.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e2e8f0;padding:20px 0\">\n<summary style=\"font-size:16px;font-weight:600;cursor:pointer;color:#0f172a;list-style:none\">Is this siding estimate template really free?<\/summary>\n<div style=\"font-size:15px;color:#64748b;line-height:1.7;padding-top:12px\">Yes, completely free. No sign-up, no email gate, no strings. The template covers wall-minus-openings math, trim, and material tiers in one place.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"pm__final\">\n<div class=\"pm__inner\"><span class=\"pm__eyebrow\">Estimate faster<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"font-size:36px;font-weight:800;color:#fff;margin:0 0 16px 0\">Ready to save hours on every siding estimate?<\/h2>\n<p style=\"font-size:16px;color:#cbd5e1;margin:0 0 32px 0\">SimplyWise turns a photo into an itemized estimate in about 6 seconds.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"pm__btn pm__btn--lg\" href=\"https:\/\/swcostestimator.app.link\/ce-ai\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Try SimplyWise Free -&gt;<\/a><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/article>\n<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\n  \"headline\": \"Free Siding Estimate Template\",\n  \"description\": \"Download a free siding estimate template with wall area, trim, materials, labor, markup, and PDF-ready line items for contractors.\",\n  \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.simplywise.com\/blog\/siding-estimate-template\/\",\n  \"datePublished\": \"2026-07-27\",\n  \"dateModified\": \"2026-07-27\",\n  \"author\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"SimplyWise\",\n    \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.simplywise.com\"\n  },\n  \"publisher\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"SimplyWise\",\n    \"logo\": {\n      \"@type\": \"ImageObject\",\n      \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.simplywise.com\/og-image.png\"\n    }\n  },\n  \"image\": \"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1585968895333-12f7ce1bf1bd?w=1400&q=80\"\n}\n<\/script><br \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"HowTo\",\n  \"name\": \"How to Use the Siding Estimate Template\",\n  \"description\": \"A contractor-ready siding estimate template with wall area, openings, trim, house wrap, demo, scaffolding, labor, and markup built in.\",\n  \"step\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"HowToStep\",\n      \"position\": 1,\n      \"name\": \"Step 1: Measure walls and subtract openings\",\n      \"text\": \"Walk each elevation. 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