How we estimate exterior finishes & cladding
Cladding is measured net of openings from the elevations, grouped by material. Trim, corners, soffit, fascia and window surrounds are measured as lengths, since they take more labor per unit than the field area.
Weather-resistive barriers, rainscreen furring and insulation behind the cladding are included when shown in the wall sections, so the estimate covers the full wall assembly.
What we measure
- Vinyl, fiber cement and wood siding
- Stucco and EIFS systems
- Metal and composite wall panels
- Soffit, fascia and exterior trim
- Weather-resistive barrier and flashing tapes
- Rainscreen furring and continuous insulation
What to send us
- Building elevations with material callouts
- Wall sections and exterior details
- Window and door schedules
- Specifications for cladding systems
What you receive
- Net wall area by cladding type
- Trim, soffit and fascia lengths
- Material and labor cost breakdown
- Assumptions and exclusions
The exact contents and format are agreed when we quote the estimate.
Units of measure
- United States and Canada
- SF of wall, squares of siding, LF of trim
- United Kingdom (and metric projects)
- m² of wall, m of trim
