Signs You Need To Replace Your Home’s Siding

Your siding is your home’s primary line of defense against harsh weather and pests. It’s the most important exterior feature of your home. Not only does your siding showcase the style of your property but your home’s structure also relies on the protection of your siding.

When it is falling apart, loose, cracked, warped, buckled, or sagging, it is an eye-soar and an invitation to nesting rodents and damaging insects. If you notice holes in the siding or any unusual damage to your exterior, it’s time to contact a professional siding and exterior renovations contractor to take a look at it for you. Here are some signs to help you determine whether siding replacement is necessary.

1. Sagging and cracking. If your siding is cracked and tends to sag, consider replacing it. Sagging and cracking siding can allow water to seep behind the panels, leading to rot and decay.

2. Storm damage. Hail damage is the easiest to see on the siding and roof. Heavy hail may leave holes in vinyl siding and dents in aluminum siding. Strong wind gusts can cause entire pieces of siding to be pulled off of the home. In these cases, siding and roof replacement is essential. You will want to check with your homeowner’s insurance company to see if replacement is covered.

3. Excessive peeling paint. There are many problems with wood siding that can lead to excessive peeling paint: the wrong choice of paint, poor ventilation behind the siding, long-term moisture penetration, and more. If your paint job is flaking off and you are ready for siding options that require less maintenance, now is the time to replace it.

4. Missing siding pieces. Missing siding is a serious issue and leaves your home vulnerable to premature siding failure, rot, termites, and insect infestations. If your siding has been blown off, torn, or is falling off, it requires prompt attention.

5. Fungal decay or termite damage. You may not know you have a termite infestation until considerable damage has occurred. Because termites and certain types of fungi feed on wood, they can compromise the aesthetics, strength, and stability of wood siding.

6. Pest Damage. Woodpeckers, termites, and other pests are more than just a nuisance-they can cause serious damage to your home. If you have frequent issues with pests, you may want to consider replacing your siding with a material that offers little appeal to critters, such as fiber cement siding.

The lifespan of your siding will depend on the type of material, the installation, Mother Nature’s wear and tear, and your dedication to maintenance. To keep your home in top condition, it’s a good idea to do an annual inspection by simply walking around your home while taking a very close look and noting anything that can be addressed with basic maintenance. It’s always better to address issues early rather than after they become major problems.

If it’s time to replace your siding, hire Hunterdon Roofing, Siding, and Window Company.  We are one of only two certified installers in all of Hunterdon County that offer siding and window replacement and installation.  Call us at (908) 735-0809 or submit our contact form to get a free estimate on your next job.