While modern siding does require little maintenance, it doesn’t mean that you should put off siding repairs for later. There are several benefits to promptly addressing siding repairs on top of keeping your exterior in good shape. As one of the leading siding providers in the Twin Cities area, let Twin Cities Siding & Roofing share why:
It prevents further damage from water incursion – Delaying siding repair could give enough time for water to invade your exterior walls, which could cause rot, or freeze after being absorbed and cause even bigger damage. Additionally, it could have the same effect as roof leaks: increased indoor humidity, fogged windows, and mold and mildew growth.
It saves you money – The bigger the siding problem gets, the more expensive it is to fix. It could even reach the point where the damage is so severe premature replacement would be the only solution. A little preventive action can go a long way.
It’s a quick fix – It doesn’t just save you money, timely siding repair takes a much shorter time to fix. Localized repairs can be done in a matter of hours, perfect if you’re expecting people to come over for dinner later.
It keeps your home looking good – Damaged siding may not be as obvious as a damaged roof, but it is not easy to conceal either. Your home’s curb appeal could suffer: not a good thing especially if instead of dinner, you’re planning a backyard party.
It keeps your home energy-efficient – Siding is part of your home’s thermal envelope, along with your roof and fenestrations (i.e. windows, doors, and skylights). An energy-efficient home should have a thermal envelope that effectively minimizes heat loss during winter and heat gain during summer. Damaged siding could introduce leaks that compromise your home’s energy efficiency, which increases your indoor heating and cooling requirements. This, in turn, increases your energy consumption.
In addition to timely repairs, investing in quality siding is a good long-term solution. Consider James Hardie siding, a fiber cement siding product that has all the low maintenance features you love from vinyl siding but several times more durable. To know more about the benefits of timely siding repair, call Twin Cities Siding & Roofing today at (651) 967 0873 or fill out our contact form to schedule your free in-home estimate. We serve St. Paul and surrounding areas.
