Cedar bevel siding cost: 2026 Installed Price Calculator
Mike Martin, MA CSL, is the founder and construction cost editor of RemodelingExpense. His residential construction experience informs the site’s cost research, calculators, and homeowner project guidance.
Cedar bevel siding cost runs about $11 – $20 per square foot installed, so a typical 1,500 square foot project lands around $16,500 – $30,000. The final price depends on cedar grade, board exposure, bevel profile, finish type, end-grain sealing, corner boards, trim work, and local labor rates.
Cedar bevel siding is a specific type of wood clapboard siding made with a thick butt edge and thinner top edge. It costs more than basic wood siding because the cedar grade, board layout, finish prep, and moisture details matter more.
Enter your ZIP code and square footage to estimate your project.
Not sure what square footage to enter? Use the outside wall area being covered, not indoor living space. If you are replacing one elevation or adding cedar bevel siding to an accent area, measure just that section.
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Cedar Bevel Siding Cost Calculator
Cedar bevel siding cost depends on western red cedar boards, thick butt edge, thin top edge, board exposure, clear or knotty grade, finish, back priming, end-grain sealing, butt joints, corner boards, and local labor rates.
Your estimated cost
For 1,500 sq. ft.
$16,500 – $30,000
About $11 – $20 per sq. ft.
Get Free Local Quotes| Cost item | Low estimate | High estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Material | $7,500 | $12,750 |
| Labor | $9,000 | $17,250 |
| Estimated installed cost | $16,500 | $30,000 |
| Installed cost per sq. ft. | $11 | $20 |
Why your price may change
- Local labor rates vary.
- Material quality affects the price.
- Old material removal, repairs, permits, or code updates can add cost.
- Hard-to-reach areas, complex layouts, rush jobs, or premium contractors may cost more.
Estimate includes local labor adjustments and may differ slightly from rounded national cost examples.
Cedar Bevel Siding Cost vs Value
Cedar Bevel Siding may recover about 55%–73% of its cost.
Bottom line: Cedar bevel siding can add strong natural wood curb appeal, but the value depends on grade, finish quality, exposure, moisture details, and whether the home benefits from real cedar instead of a lower-maintenance alternative.
Worth it: Homes where western red cedar, horizontal bevel boards, stained or painted wood, and traditional curb appeal fit the design.
Skip it: Homes where low maintenance is more important than real cedar appearance or where fiber cement, engineered wood, or vinyl meets the design goal for less upkeep.
ROI ranges are planning estimates and should not be treated as an appraisal. This is only an estimate. Real resale value depends on your home, neighborhood, market, project quality, and buyer demand.
Contractor Reality Check
Cedar bevel siding is all about the details. Two quotes can look close until you compare clear versus knotty boards, exposure, primer, stain, back priming, and how the crew seals cut ends.
My rule of thumb: do not compare cedar bevel bids until the grade, finish plan, and moisture clearances are written into the quote.
What to Confirm Before You Sign
A good quote is easy to read. If any of these are missing or vague, ask before you commit:
- Cedar grade: confirm clear, knotty, finger-jointed, primed, or another grade.
- Board profile: ask for the bevel siding size, butt thickness, and exposure.
- Finish: confirm whether the price includes stain, paint, primer, or factory finish.
- Back priming: ask if the back side and cut edges will be sealed before install.
- Butt joints: confirm how joints, flashing, and end cuts will be handled.
- Moisture clearances: check grade, decks, rooflines, flashing, and splash zones.
- Buffer: budget an extra 10% to 20% for rot, trim repairs, finish upgrades, or sheathing issues.
Surprise Costs That Move the Price
These are the items that push a cedar bevel siding quote above the basic price range, and roughly what they add.
| Item | Why It Adds Cost | Typical Add |
|---|---|---|
| Clear cedar boards | Clear grades cost more than knotty or lower-grade cedar | $2 – $6 per sq. ft. |
| Old siding removal | Tear-off adds labor, disposal, and repair risk | $1 – $2 per sq. ft. |
| Back priming | Sealing the back side and cuts adds prep time and material | $1 – $3 per sq. ft. |
| Stain or paint | Cedar needs a protective finish unless it comes factory finished | $1.50 – $5 per sq. ft. |
| Corner boards and trim | Windows, doors, corners, fascia, and transitions add material and labor | $800 – $3,000+ |
| Rotten sheathing | Soft plywood or OSB must be replaced before new cedar goes on | $125 – $250 per 4×8 sheet |
Cedar Bevel Siding Cost by Type
| Type | Installed Cost per sq. ft. | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Knotty cedar bevel siding | $11 – $16 | Natural cedar look at a lower price |
| Clear cedar bevel siding | $14 – $20 | Premium visible walls and historic homes |
| Primed cedar bevel siding | $12 – $18 | Painted traditional exteriors |
| Stained cedar bevel siding | $13 – $20 | Natural wood curb appeal |
| Cedar bevel repair sections | Varies by project | Replacing damaged boards only |
Cedar Bevel Siding Cost by Project Size
The larger the project, the more cedar boards, trim, finish, flashing, removal, cleanup, and labor the job needs. These examples use estimated siding square footage, not indoor living space.
| Project Size | Estimated Installed Cost |
|---|---|
| 1,000 sq. ft. | $11,000 – $20,000 |
| 1,500 sq. ft. | $16,500 – $30,000 |
| 2,000 sq. ft. | $22,000 – $40,000 |
| 2,500 sq. ft. | $27,500 – $50,000 |
| 3,000 sq. ft. | $33,000 – $60,000 |
Is Cedar Bevel Siding Worth It?
Cedar bevel siding is worth it when the home benefits from real cedar, a traditional horizontal profile, and a natural stained or painted wood exterior.
It may not be worth it if low maintenance is the main goal. Fiber cement, engineered wood, or vinyl siding can be easier to own over time.
References – Cedar Bevel Siding Cost
- Material Pricing: Wood and Cedar Siding Products, Home Depot
- Material Pricing: Wood Siding and Exterior Materials, Lowe’s
- Product Reference: Western Red Cedar Siding Grades
- Material Reference: Wood Finishing and Exterior Use, USDA Forest Products Laboratory
- Labor Wage Data: Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
- Labor Burden Data: Employer Costs for Employee Compensation, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Last Updated: 7/16/26
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