As a homeowner, were you aware that there will come a time when you will need to have your siding repaired or even replaced? What is the purpose for siding anyway? Here are some tips to help you understand the importance of your siding and what to look for to know when it is time to have it inspected by a professional.
Frequemnt painting needed
If your homes paint is crackling, peeling or even chipping off, and it’s been less than 8-10 years since you last had it painted, this is a sign there is an issue with your existing siding. Instead of repainting, you should be looking at replacing the siding.
Warped, rotting or loose siding warped
Take the time to take regular walks around your home to see if you notice any changes to your siding. Look for any warped, rotting, cracked, loose or even missing pieces of siding. Take a screwdriver or other sharp object and gentle push under the affected siding to see if the material under is soft or rotted. If so, you will want to have this looked at immediately from a professional to avoid costly damage to your home.
Peeling paint or loose wallpaper inside the home
Poorly installed siding, or extensively damaged, can cause issues within the home as well. If you see loose wallpaper, peeling paint, mold, mildew or any discoloration to your walls, this is a sure fire sign that you have a problem with your siding and need to have it addressed immediately to avoid further damage.
Abnormal heating and cooling charges
An easy way to know if there is an issue with your siding is to look at your heating and cooling bill. If you are paying abnormally higher than your neighbors, you will want to have a professional inspect your siding and insulation. There are other culprits that could cause this as well, such as a leaking roof, poor roof insulation, etc, so it is wise to have a professional come in and locate the root of the problem.
If you see any of these symptoms or others, such as holes, dry rot, fading or bubbles it is best to contact a professional siding company to evaluate the damage and repair it correctly to make sure it is wind and weatherproof to protect your home. If you would like a FREE, no-obligation consultation from our siding experts in Howard County, MD give us a call today at 1-800-673-3034.
