If the siding on your home or building has been there for quite a few years, chances are it has some wear and tear that comes with time. Trust us, we know this from experience.
Aside from looks, siding serves many purposes. There are many reasons why it should be replaced.
Three Reasons Why Your Home Badly Needs a Siding Replacement
- If your utility bills only seem to be increasing each month, there’s a good chance that a siding replacement would help. New siding would be more effective at insulating your home, and with new siding, you can add more insulation, which will help. One way to know that your siding isn’t working as well as it once did is if your home feels more drafty, especially near outlets or windows and doors. Some siding is even rated by Energy Star for its efficiency advantages. This means you could eliminate drafts and significantly decrease your monthly utility bills.
- Are there cracks, or is there any warping? When there are flaws in siding, it not only makes your home or building lose curb appeal but also adds more risk to its safety. Holes or cracks could pose the threat of moisture creeping in and damaging more than just the outer exterior of your home. More than water and the damage that can cause, holes and cracks are inviting for little pests. Bugs and animals may be able to make themselves at home when there are multiple entry options. Warping can also be an indicator of unseen problems and hazards. A siding replacement becomes crucial at this point.
- Flawed siding can let more moisture in; the only threat isn’t just damaged wood. When mold and mildew grow in your home or building, they threaten the health and safety of everyone who enters the structure. Moisture and water may not just be getting in through cracks and holes. Sometimes, the siding is just old, and a siding replacement and insulation are needed.
If you have any problems mentioned here, call an expert to check out your siding and introduce you to your options. Chances are, new siding is in order. Contact Mr. Build ASAP! We can help you determine what kind of siding to get for your area and the specific issues you are experiencing so you don’t run into them in the future.
