When it comes to exterior improvement, make sure you never leave out your siding. After all, as exterior cladding, siding wraps around your home, giving it a distinct appeal while also completing your home’s thermal envelope, as it serves as an insulating layer. However, when siding is old and damaged, it stops serving those two primary functions well.
Signs You Need Siding Replacement
Be on the lookout for the following signs to determine if you need new siding:
- Your home needs frequent repainting – High-quality siding is supposed to maintain a nice appearance for at least 10 years. If you’ve been dealing with chipping, cracking or peeling often, it’s time you got new siding.
- You have high heating and cooling bills – As mentioned above, siding is a part of your home’s thermal envelope. While a leaky roof and insufficient attic insulation are also likely culprits for inexplicably high heating and cooling bills, faulty siding that’s doesn’t insulate your home well is also a contributing factor.
- Your siding is warped and rotted – Warped and rotted siding panels cannot be repaired. They are best replaced altogether.
The Benefits of Siding Replacement
By helping solve the issues above, a siding replacement can provide a number of benefits, including:
- Renewed exterior appearance for enhanced curb appeal
- Increased protection against the elements
- Improved indoor comfort
- Enhanced energy efficiency
Siding comes in a range of options so there’s sure to be one that will be just right for your home. Keep in mind, however, that finding the right siding is only a part of ensuring the success of a replacement project. For best results, make sure you entrust your home’s exterior improvement only to a reliable contractor specializing in siding replacement.
