Damaged or worn down siding allows pests and water into your home. No one wants mold growth or pest infestations wreaking havoc on their property, so replacing damaged siding is a necessity for any homeowner wanting to protect their home. Here are a few of the biggest warning signs that it’s time for a siding replacement.
- Mold or mildew growth. If mold or mildew has started growing on your siding, chances are it has or soon will spread into your home’s interior. Plus, mold growth can invite insects and other nuisances that will only make dealing with this damage harder.
- Visible damages. Rotting, sagging, cracking, and warping are all indicators that you need a siding replacement. Visible damages are clear signs that your siding is no longer in good enough condition to keep outside influences outside.
- Fading. Over time, your siding will fade and lose its color. This is more than just an aesthetics issue. While fading isn’t as severe an issue as some of the other warning signs on this list, it does point to your siding’s weatherproofing abilities starting to fail.
- Higher energy bills. Did you know that low-quality siding can affect your monthly energy bills? This is because home siding serves as an insulator. Damaged siding is a poor insulator, allowing cool air from indoors to escape in the summer and warm air to escape in the winter. Your HVAC system has to work much harder with poor siding insulation.
The best time to hire a siding replacement service is at the first sign that your siding is no longer serving your home the way that it should. In addition to our roofing services, our team is equipped to provide you with new siding that you can rely on to properly protect and insulate your home. Call us here at Just In Time Roofing & Restoration today to inquire about our siding services.