Siding repair and small-job specialist

Fix storm-damaged, rotted or loose siding and re-side small areas for local homeowners.

Workers fitting exterior cladding boards on the side of a house.

Startup cost$2.5k to $10k

Monthly revenue$2k to $9k

Time needed12+ h/week

First incomeWeeks

$2.5k-10k
Side hustle
Out and about
Licence or permit needed

Estimates for a small start in the US, not guarantees.

Official data

9,142 US businesses with employees in this field, -0.5% in a year

NAICS 238170 “Siding contractors”. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, County Business Patterns 2023.

What it is

Repairing and replacing sections of exterior siding (vinyl, fiber cement, wood or metal) on homes and small buildings, plus small projects like a gable end, a dormer or a garage wall.

Your first three steps

Check your state and county contractor licensing rules, including the dollar limit for work without a license
Get general liability insurance, a quality ladder set, a siding tool kit and a basic truck or van setup
Offer repairs to neighbors, local landlords and real estate agents, and photograph every finished job for your listings

Who pays

Homeowners, landlords, property managers, real estate agents getting homes ready to sell, and insurance-related repair jobs.

How it makes money

Fixed quote per repair job or per square foot of siding, plus materials with a markup. Small jobs are often done in a day or two.

Skills that help

Carpentry and general building skills
Measuring and estimating materials
Comfortable working on ladders
Clear, honest quoting

Watch out for

Many states require a contractor license above a certain job value, check your state licensing board
Homes built before 1978 may fall under EPA lead-safe renovation (RRP) rules, check whether certification applies
General liability insurance, and workers' compensation if you hire help
Falls from ladders are a real risk, use proper safety gear and don't take risky heights alone
Hidden water damage behind old siding can turn a small job into a big one, agree extra costs in writing

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Questions people ask

How much does it cost to start a siding repair business?

Startup costs are typically around $2,500 to $10,000, depending on the tools, ladders, safety gear and vehicle you already have, and the insurance you choose.

Do I need a license to do siding repair in the US?

Many states require a contractor license above a certain job value, so check your state licensing board. Homes built before 1978 may fall under EPA lead-safe renovation (RRP) rules, so check whether certification applies.

How much can a siding repair specialist earn?

Monthly revenue is typically around $2,000 to $9,000, depending on how many jobs you take and their size. Hidden water damage can turn a small job into a big one, so agree extra costs in writing.