If the exterior of your home has a siding finish, it may be showing signs of wear. Eventually, the worn siding is going to need a few repairs. The issues with siding can also lead to other problems and damage to your home. The following are some of the issues you need to have fixed when your home's exterior begins to show signs of wear:

Damage Around Openings

The windows and doors are some of the first areas where you may have problems with siding. There are several ways water can get in around siding at the windows and doors. First, the rain edge or seal above an opening can wear out and may need to be replaced. Caulking around windows can also eventually wear out and lead to damage around openings. Therefore, you want to look carefully around openings for signs of water damage. If there is water getting in around a window or door frame, contact a siding repair service for help fixing these issues.

Loose Siding Materials

Sometimes, loose siding materials can be a serious issue that needs to be fixed. The siding can come loose from your home due to several issues, such as nails or damaged sheathing. When there is a problem with loose siding, it needs to be removed and reinstalled to ensure it is well-fastened to your home. Using solid plywood sheathing when repairing these issues can help to prevent the problems with loose siding and visible defects.

Wind and Storm Damage Issues

There may also be issues with wind and storm damage that needs to be repaired. These issues can be less visible if they are only loose materials. The problem is that there may be large sections of the siding that have been pulled loose during a storm. There may also be missing siding and damage to cornice work that needs to be repaired after a storm.

Rot and Deteriorating Siding Materials

Rot can be a serious issue that affects your siding. The problems with rot are common with wood and older particle board siding materials. In addition to wood, there are materials like vinyl that can deteriorate due to exposure to direct sunlight. If your home's exterior has a metal siding finish, corrosion can be a problem that causes these materials to deteriorate.

The problems with your siding can get worse if they are left unrepaired. Contact a siding repair service for help dealing with these issues when your home's exterior begins showing signs of wear.

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