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How To Tell If Your Siding Needs To Be Replaced

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Siding is one of the most important components of your home since it serves as the first line of defense against the elements. Much like insulation, it protects your home from weather, dirt, insects, and moisture. Most homeowners don’t give the siding on their homes a second thought – until problems, such as rotting or warping start occurring. Then it becomes hard to ignore and can create a domino effect of problems for the rest of your home. 

If you are unsure whether or not you need to replace your siding, here are some common signs to look for:

1. Warped siding. Warping and sagging after often a sign that moisture has seeped behind or underneath the siding. When this happens, it is only a matter of time before the moisture makes its way into your home. 

2. High heating and cooling bills. There can be several likely culprits for high heating and cooling costs, one being faulty siding. A visual inspection of your home’s siding will help you determine whether or not heating and cooling could be escaping through it.

3. Peeling paint or sagging wallpaper inside. Sometimes the damage from faulty siding can appear inside your home! Peeling paint or wallpaper can be the result of moisture dwelling between the siding and framework of your home and should be inspected immediately. 

4. Mold or mildew on the exterior of your home. A build-up of moisture at or near the seams of your home’s siding can result in the slow growth of mold and mildew on the outside of the siding. 

5. Rot. This is often the surest sign that immediate replacement is needed. Press underneath your siding with a sharp object, like a screwdriver, to check the firmness of the layer beneath. If it appears to be soft or rotting, replacement siding is a must!

6. Fading. While some may think of this as just a cosmetic issue, it could also be an indication that your siding is nearing the end of its functioning life. Most siding is formulated to retain its color for its entire lifespan. If the siding on your home is so old that it has started to fade, its functionality may be failing as well.

If you are concerned about the state of your siding, call us today for a FREE, NO OBLIGATION ESTIMATE. Our specialists will meet with you to discuss vinyl replacement options, and show you some great possibilities. 

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How To Add Instant Curb Appeal To Your Home

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First impressions are important, whether for a job interview or a first date. They’re just as important when it comes to your home, and it all starts with curb appeal. Try some of these methods to instantly improve the look of your home’s exterior and boost its curb appeal value.

Repair Vinyl Siding
Major rips and cracks are not only an eyesore, but they can seriously degrade the efficiency of your home. Vinyl siding can easily be repaired or replaced by a professional home contractor and comes in a variety of affordable styles to suit any budget.

Enhance Your Entrance
Bold front doors are very much in style right now and for a good reason. A bright, colorful entrance sets a welcoming tone for the rest of your home. When updating your front door, make sure you consider safety and performance along with style. ProVia® entry doors are often preferred by builders and remodelers because they provide homeowners with safety without sacrificing style.

Trim Back Trees and Bushes
Your home should be the centerpiece of your property, not hidden behind overgrown bushes and tree limbs. Untamed landscaping can also cause lots of problems for your siding and gutters. Grab your shears or hire a professional to help manicure your lawn for a gorgeous curb appeal boost.

Let There Be Light
Updating the builder-grade light fixtures on your porch or garage is a quick and easy way to instantly boost curb appeal. From modern to traditional, light fixtures come in a variety of styles that can give your home a classy new look.

Upgrade Your Windows
New windows are a great way to give your home a more updated look and let in more natural light — a huge plus when it comes to resale value! No matter what type of home you own, replacement windows can majorly improve energy efficiency. At Exterior Source, we recommend Soft-Lite® vinyl replacement windows to our clients since they are Energy Star certified, made in America, and come with a lifetime warranty.

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If you are in Central Virginia or the Tidewater area and need help with your exterior projects, contact Exterior Source. Our team of professionals is dedicated to helping homeowners save time and cost when it comes to gutters, roofing, siding, and doors. Visit our website to get a free quote!