Siding serves an important purpose, keeping rain, wind, snow, and exterior temperatures out of your house. Falling behind on your siding’s routine maintenance can impact how well it can do its job. To ensure your property infrastructure remains protected, below are three signs it’s time to switch out your current siding.

3 Indications Your Siding Needs to Be Replaced

1. Cracking

Cracks or any other punctures in your siding should be cause for concern. Water can trickle through the openings, saturating wooden support beams and other structural elements. Pests can also use these areas as entry points, leading to further structural damage and infestations inside your house. 

2. Mold Growth

Sometimes cracks and holes are too small to see, which is why you should also check for moldy patches and mildew. The fungus grows on damp surfaces, so fungal growth indicates that water is seeping into the material through cracks or areas where panels are pulling away from the house. Peeling paint and wood rot can also indicate moisture problems.    

3. High Energy Bills

In addition to keeping out the elements, siding provides insulation. If energy costs are quickly increasing, damaged siding could be the cause. Outside air can seep through even the smallest openings, forcing heating and cooling equipment to work harder to maintain the temperature on the thermostat. The additional effort drains energy and can leave interiors muggy in warm weather and drafty during the colder months.

Replacing siding is a complex process, which is why you should leave this task in the capable hands of the general contractors at E H Home Remodeling. Based in Milford, CT, the team has been providing siding installation, roof repairs, and additional home improvement services throughout Fairfield and New Haven counties since 1982. Visit the remodeling company online to see the full scope of solutions the contractors provide or call (203) 877-6498 to arrange an appointment.