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Siding Contractors Protecting Your Home’s Exterior

The exterior of your home performs the important job of protecting you, your loved ones, and your property. Numerous exterior systems work together to keep these qualities of your home protected. One of those systems is known as your siding. Contacting siding contractors is necessary when your home’s siding fails to complete its job.

As siding contractors, BetterBuilt Builders knows the importance of siding for homeowners. It works hard to keep out the heat, rain, wind, pests, and other harmful elements. Knowing when to install new siding or replace your old siding will help you keep your home protected for longer. We have outlined the signs of needing siding installation and replacement services. Our siding contractors will also discuss the siding options you have at BetterBuilt Builders.

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Signs You Need Siding Contractors

Siding is an area of your home you may never think about. Problems associated with the exterior of your home may go unnoticed often unless it is very apparent. Problems with siding can easily get away from you if left unattended. Siding is capable of cracking, chipping, losing color, and more. These problems reduce the beauty of your home.

That is why it is essential you know what signs to look for when determining if you should contact siding contractors in San Jose. Here are the signs you can look for when making a decision:

High Energy Costs

The first sign of needing a siding installation comes from your energy bill rather than the siding itself. Rising energy costs can be pinned to a number of factors in your home, but siding is most certainly one of them. Siding works with your drywall and insulation in keeping heat out and cool air inside. As siding ages, it will lose that ability to keep air out. At that point, it’s time to replace it.

Mold Growth

Any type of vegetation growth on the outside of your home is a problem. Mold, mildew, and moss on your siding reveal moisture has made its way inside your home. Water is being held inside of the home, which has detrimental effects on building materials. Seek siding installation and replacement services as soon as possible to limit the damage.

Rotting

All kinds of rotting are bad signs for your siding. Dry rot is caused by fungal spores eating away at the wood, while water damage will weaken the wood over time. Both of these problems can appear on or underneath your siding. In some cases, dry rot can go unnoticed because it rarely affects the outside of the siding. You can check underneath your siding using a flathead screwdriver. Use it to peel the siding up and take a peek below.

Bubbles, Warping, Cracks, Holes, or Loose

Bubbles are signs of water just underneath the surface of the siding. Warping or bowing siding is another sign of water making its way inside. Cracks or holes in your siding may only prompt a repair but can turn into serious problems when left untreated. Finally, loose siding may be due to water damage or wind damage after a strong storm. In some cases, the few loose pieces can be replaced without the entire home.

Siding Styles and Options

BetterBuilt Builders is always looking to offer better services to our clients. Our siding contractors are able to provide exceptional siding installation and replacement services by offering various styles and options. When you work with our team, you’ll have a choice of lap siding, shingle siding, individual shingles, and more. You will also have a choice in all types of textures and colors siding has to offer.

Contact Our Siding Contractors

The products and materials BetterBuilt Builders uses are hand-selected to meet your expectations. To take advantage of the premium materials at our fingertips, give BBB a call today for a free estimate. We’ll help determine which siding material is right for your home and provide an accurate price for the job. For better materials and better services, contact BetterBuilt Builders.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of siding does BBB work with?

We work with all types of siding, including:

  • Vinyl
  • Insulated vinyl
  • Hardie Board
  • Natural wood
  • Metal
  • Fiber cement
  • Brick
  • Natural stone
  • Stucco

Give our team a call to find out more about the siding listed above.

Do I need a permit to install new siding?

Yes, you will likely require a permit to install new siding. Of course, the requirement varies on the municiple you live in. If you do require a building permit, our team will obtain it for you. 

How long will my siding last?

It depends on the type of siding you have. You’ll find all the approximate lifespans of each siding material below:

  • Vinyl: 20 – 60 years
  • Hardie Board: 50 years
  • Natural wood: 20 – 40 years
  • Metal: 50+ years
  • Fiber cement: 50 years
  • Brick: 100+ years
  • Natural stone: 20 – 75 years
  • Stucco: 50+ years

It is important to mention the averages listed above are greatly dependent on the care and maintenance the siding receives. Without proper care, your siding will deteriorate faster than it should.

In addition, natural wood siding’s lifespan is greatly dependent on the type of wood used. Species like cedar and redwood can last more than 75 years, with cypress lasting more than 100. For that reason, make sure you talk to us about your many options when it comes to each type of siding.

How long does it take to install siding?

Many factors will impact the time it takes to install your siding, such as the size of your home and the weather. It could take anywhere from four to 14 days to install the siding.

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