# James Hardie fiber cement siding

> James Hardie fiber cement siding costs $9–$14 per square foot installed in Northern Indiana, about 30 to 50 percent more than vinyl. It resists hail, fire, woodpeckers and the freeze-thaw cycles of Indiana winters, and Hoosier Cladding installs the full HardieZone HZ5 product line.

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## Prices (installed, Northern Indiana)

| What | Range |
|---|---|
| James Hardie fiber cement siding, installed | $9–$14 per square foot of wall |
| Fiber cement siding, typical 2,000 sq ft of wall | $14,000–$28,000 per project |

Prices updated 2026-10-15.

## James Hardie products we install

- **HardiePlank lap siding**: The classic horizontal board, in smooth or cedarmill texture and 5¼ to 8¼ inch exposures.

- **HardieShingle siding**: Staggered or straight-edge shingles, most often used on gables and dormers.

- **HardiePanel vertical siding**: Board-and-batten looks for farmhouse and modern homes.

- **HardieTrim boards**: Corners, window and door casings, and frieze boards.

- **HardieSoffit panels**: Vented or solid soffit that matches the trim.

## ColorPlus factory finish

ColorPlus siding is painted and baked at the factory in a controlled environment, so the finish is more even and lasts longer than field paint. James Hardie warrants the ColorPlus finish for 15 years and the HardiePlank substrate for 30 years, non-prorated.

## Why HZ5

James Hardie engineers its HZ5 products for climates with freezing temperatures, snow and ice. Northern Indiana is an HZ5 zone, and these are the only Hardie products we install here.

## FAQ

### Is fiber cement worth the extra cost over vinyl in Indiana?

It is worth it if you plan to stay 10 years or more, live where hail is common, or want a painted-wood look. Fiber cement will not dent in moderate hail, melt from grill or window reflection, or soften in heat. If budget is the main driver, insulated vinyl is the better value.

### Does fiber cement siding need to be painted?

ColorPlus fiber cement comes pre-finished and typically goes 15 years or more before repainting. Primed-only boards must be painted within 180 days of installation and then on a normal paint cycle.

### How heavy is fiber cement, and does my house need extra framing?

HardiePlank weighs roughly 2.3 pounds per square foot, about five times vinyl. A standard wood-framed house does not need extra framing, but installers must hit studs or use approved fasteners into sheathing.

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