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Siding in Columbia, SC

Compare 6 local siding pros. Typical service: $3–$7.

Top Siding Companies in Columbia

  1. 1.Lake Murray Roofing

    5.0★ (196 reviews)

    5.0★ from 196 reviews

    +18034545781Website

  2. 2.Dennis Home Improvement, LLC

    4.9★ (139 reviews)

    4.9★ from 139 reviews

    +18037992555Website

  3. 3.Home Genius Exteriors

    4.8★ (146 reviews)

    4.8★ from 146 reviews

    +18036581387Website

  4. 4.RCS Roofing Company LLC

    5.0★ (13 reviews)

    5.0★ from 13 reviews

    +18033315173Website

  5. 5.Stellar Roofing and Exteriors - South Carolina

    4.8★ (11 reviews)

    4.8★ from 11 reviews

    +18038823639Website

  6. 6.Midlands Carolina Exteriors

    3.9★ (14 reviews)

    3.9★ from 14 reviews

    +18039260131Website

Siding Cost in Columbia

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Columbia
Vinyl siding, installed$3–$7/sq ft
Whole-house vinyl siding$6,344–$19,032/job
Siding repair$238–$1,190/job

Siding prices in Columbia run about 21% below the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 6 companies serving Columbia, rated 4.7★ on average across 519 customer reviews.

Columbia Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Columbia's weather means for scheduling siding.

Last spring frost
March 23
First fall frost
November 15
Annual precipitation
44.87"
Heating degree days
2,658
Cooling degree days
2,025
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan33°54.7°3.95"
Feb36.1°59.1°3.65"
Mar42.6°66.7°4.03"
Apr50.4°75.1°2.96"
May59.3°82.5°2.91"
Jun67.4°88.8°4.11"
Jul70.9°91.8°4.9"
Aug69.7°90°4.85"
Sep63.2°84.4°3.96"
Oct52.3°75.3°3.02"
Nov43.4°66.7°3.09"
Dec35.6°57.4°3.44"

NOAA station data 6.62 miles from Columbia.

Permits & Regulations in SC

  • South Carolina requires Residential Builders Commission registration for residential specialty work over $500
  • Specialty registration requires an affidavit of experience rather than an exam
  • Electrical, plumbing and HVAC work always needs the appropriately licensed trade, whatever the job size

License required: SC Residential Specialty Contractor registration (work over $500)

Sources: llr.sc.gov

Siding FAQs for Columbia

How much does siding cost in Columbia?

Vinyl siding in Columbia typically runs $3-$7 per square foot installed; fiber cement and wood cost more.

How many siding contractors serve Columbia?

We track 6 siding contractors serving Columbia.

Is siding installation in Columbia more expensive than average?

Exterior carpentry labor in Columbia runs about -20.7% versus the national average.

Does a siding contractor in SC need a license?

In SC, South Carolina requires Residential Builders Commission registration for residential specialty work over $500. A full re-side in Columbia usually needs a building permit; patch repairs often do not.

Which siding holds up to the weather in Columbia?

With about 44.87 inches of rain a year and winter lows near 33F in Columbia, moisture management behind the siding matters as much as the siding itself.

Does siding fade in Columbia summers?

Summer highs near 92F in Columbia favor UV-stable vinyl colors or painted fiber cement; dark vinyl can warp in direct sun.

How many quotes should I get for siding in Columbia?

Three is typical; with 6 siding contractors serving Columbia, ask each for the per-square-foot price and what trim and house wrap are included.

When is the best time to install siding in Columbia?

Mild, dry weeks are best; vinyl gets brittle below freezing, and Columbia winter lows average around 33F.