How to Estimate Vinyl Siding Per Square
When beginning an exterior improvement project such as adding or replacing vinyl siding, it is essential to accurately measure the square footage of the building. Many contractors or home improvement stores must order siding on an individual customer basis. Inaccurate measurements can delay the installation and create additional costs for the homeowner. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Measure the perimeter of the house with a tape measure.
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Measure the height of the walls up to the eaves.
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Multiply the perimeter by the height of the walls to get the exterior square footage for the walls.
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Measure the width of the gable where it meets the top of the wall.
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Measure the height of the gable, from the top of the wall to the peak.
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Multiply the gable height times the width. Divide by two to determine the square footage of the gable.
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Repeat for each gable.
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Add the square footage of the walls and the gables. This is the total square footage for the exterior of the home.
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Measure each window and door. Multiply the height times the width to determine the square footage of the windows and doors.
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Subtract the door and window square footage from the total square footage of the exterior walls.
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Divide by 100. Each square of vinyl siding consists of 100 square feet. The final figure tells you how many squares of vinyl siding is necessary to side the building.
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Tips & Warnings
Always take into consideration that mistakes happen. Purchase or order several extra squares of siding just in case some are damaged in shipping or installation.
If you are concerned with accurately measuring, keep in mind that most siding installers offer free estimates that include a personalized measurement of your home or building.
References
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