Icy weather can wreak havoc on your home. In addition to scheduling roof repairs and clearing out your downspouts, it’s important that you maintain your wood, fiber cement, or vinyl siding to protect it from winter conditions. Below, you’ll find a guide on how to care for your siding throughout the cold season.

4 Winter Tips for Maintaining Siding 

1. Clean Vinyl Siding 

Dirt, mold, and other debris may cause vinyl siding materials to deteriorate when they aren’t cleaned during the cold months. Put a solution of diluted bleach into a spray bottle, and treat your siding with it, starting from the bottom. Use a bristled brush with a long handle to work the product in and remove stains. If you don’t have the proper tools to get the job done, such as a tall ladder, reach out to a professional. 

2. Finish & Seal Wood Siding 

In addition to boosting your home’s aesthetic appeal during the winter, a fresh coat of paint or finish will protect wood siding from winter moisture and frost damage. Apply a sealant to the wood to prevent water from penetrating the surface and causing the materials to warp, rot, or become moldy. 

3. Caulk Fiber Cement Siding 

Though fiber cement siding is extremely durable, gaps may form between the panels when temperatures plummet and the materials contract. Add caulking to any gaps in the siding to insulate your home from chilly drafts and warm air loss. 

4. Schedule Repairs

Common damages to siding include warping, buckling, and cracking. As soon as you notice these issues, get in touch with a siding contractor for repairs. This will prevent winter weather from exacerbating problems and spare you the expense of a full siding replacement. 

 

When you need assistance with winter siding issues, get in touch with Ontario Exteriors. Since 1995, they have provided vinyl siding installations and repairs to clients throughout Rochester, NY. Call (585) 421-0880 to book an appointment for siding maintenance, and visit the website to learn more about the products they carry.