Argyle sits in one of the more punishing stretches of what meteorologists sometimes call hail alley, and Denton County homeowners tend to learn that the hard way — usually after a spring or early-summer storm leaves dime- to golf-ball-size dents across a wall of siding that looked fine the week before. If you're pricing out a siding replacement in Argyle, the honest answer is that the number depends heavily on material, home size, and how much of the underlying wall structure needs attention once the old siding comes off. This guide walks through realistic ranges, the variables that swing a quote up or down, and how to read a proposal so you're not caught off guard later. Alpine Exteriors works across North Texas, including Argyle, Denton, and the surrounding towns, and the patterns below reflect what actually shows up on job sites in this part of the state.
For a typical Argyle home — often in the 2,200 to 3,200 square foot range, sometimes larger on the acreage lots common in and around town — full siding replacement tends to land somewhere between $16,000 and $48,000. That's a wide band on purpose: it reflects the real spread between a modest vinyl re-side on a smaller home and a full fiber-cement replacement on a larger two-story with extensive trim work. Breaking it down by material and installed cost per square foot gives a clearer picture:
Multiply the per-square-foot number by the actual wall area (not the floor plan square footage — a single-story home has proportionally more wall area per square foot of living space than a two-story), and you start to see why two homes of similar size can land at very different totals.
Beyond the base material choice, several things specific to this region and to individual homes push a quote higher or lower:
A proposal that's just a single lump-sum number is hard to evaluate. A quote worth trusting should itemize, or at least clearly describe, each of the following:
If a quote skips several of these, ask directly. A contractor who can't answer specifics about fasteners, moisture barrier, or warranty terms on the spot is worth a second look before you sign anything.
After a significant hail event, Argyle and the rest of Denton County typically see a wave of out-of-town crews knocking on doors with fast, cheap bids. Some are legitimate; many are gone by the time a warranty claim would matter. A few practical checks go a long way:
Alpine Exteriors provides itemized, written quotes for exactly this reason — homeowners comparing several bids should be able to see line by line what's covered and what isn't.
Texas homeowners insurance policies generally do cover wind and hail damage, but almost all of them carry a separate wind/hail deductible, often calculated as a percentage of your dwelling coverage rather than a flat dollar amount. That percentage-based deductible can be a meaningful number on a higher-value Argyle home, so it's worth pulling out your policy and checking the actual figure before assuming a claim will cover most of the cost.
Hail damage to siding is sometimes treated differently by adjusters than hail damage to a roof. Dents and cracks in vinyl or fiber cement are typically documented as functional damage, but insurers occasionally push back on siding claims as purely cosmetic, especially on materials that show dents without cracking through the panel. If you're planning to file a claim, get a contractor's written damage assessment before the adjuster visit, and don't sign anything that assigns your insurance benefits to a contractor without understanding exactly what that means for your control over the claim.
If the job isn't insurance-related, or if you're covering the gap between what insurance pays and what the project actually costs, financing options are worth asking about up front. Many siding contractors can point homeowners toward financing programs, and a home equity line of credit is another common route for homeowners doing a full re-side alongside other exterior work like a roof replacement. Whichever route you take, get the total project cost and any financing terms in writing before committing, and be cautious of financing offers that arrive bundled with pressure to sign the same day.
How much does it typically cost to replace siding on an average Argyle home?
Most full re-sides on a mid-size Argyle home fall somewhere between $16,000 and $48,000, depending mainly on material choice and home size. Vinyl sits at the lower end, fiber cement in the middle to upper range, and larger homes with extensive trim or two-story elevations push toward the higher end regardless of material.
Does homeowners insurance cover hail-damaged siding in Denton County?
Often yes, but subject to your policy's wind/hail deductible, which is usually a percentage of your dwelling coverage rather than a flat amount. Some insurers scrutinize siding damage more closely than roof damage, so documentation matters. Review your specific policy and consider a contractor's damage assessment before filing.
Is fiber cement worth the extra cost over vinyl in North Texas?
For homes exposed to regular hail activity, many homeowners in this area find the added upfront cost worthwhile because fiber cement generally resists impact and heat-related warping better than standard vinyl. It's not indestructible, and it does cost more both to buy and to install, so it's a trade-off between upfront price and long-term resilience rather than a clear-cut answer for every budget.
How long does a siding replacement take?
A typical single-family home re-side runs anywhere from a few days to two or three weeks, depending on home size, weather delays, and whether sheathing repairs are needed once the old siding is removed. Texas summer heat can also slow crews during the hottest parts of the day, which contractors typically build into scheduling.
Ranges are useful for budgeting, but the only way to know what your specific Argyle home will actually cost is a walk-around inspection that accounts for your home's size, current siding condition, and any storm damage. Alpine Exteriors serves homeowners throughout North Texas — Argyle, Denton, McKinney, Frisco, Plano, Dallas, Fort Worth, Arlington, and Irving — and can put together a written, itemized quote based on what your home actually needs rather than a generic per-square-foot guess. If a recent storm has you wondering whether your siding is a repair or a full replacement, that's a good place to start the conversation.