SIDING IOWA CITY, IA

Vinyl siding is a popular exterior finish, because when it comes to siding Iowa City homeowners find it to be easy to maintain and durable. But, regardless of how well you took care of your siding, older styles of siding can deteriorate and may eventually need repairs or complete replacement. If you have lived in your home for a decade or longer or you recently moved into a home with vinyl siding that appears to be an older style, it may be time to replace it. Replacing your old vinyl siding will go a long way towards improving your home’s appearance and it will have long-term durability. If you aren’t sure your siding needs replaced, here are a few signs that will alert you that it’s time to hire a siding contractor:

One of the worst possible signs of damaged siding Iowa City homeowners should be aware of is mold growth or water stains inside your home. If you notice peeling wallpaper or bubbling paint, it is probably due to water damage behind the wall. In many situations, this is caused by old vinyl siding that is no longer doing its job. The easiest way to determine if the problem is the siding or something else is to inspect the siding outside of the room with the moisture problem. When inspecting the siding look for loose or broken panels that may be letting moisture seep underneath. If there are loose panels, use a screwdriver or other type of thin tool to tap on the structure under the loose siding, if it pushes in, there is water damage, so it’s time for new siding and possibly new sheathing.