How Homeowners Can Tell When Siding Replacement Is Truly Overdue

Exterior siding protects wall sheathing from rain, wind, and sunlight. Replacement becomes overdue when damage extends beyond isolated defects, moisture reaches framing, or the cladding no longer sheds water. Homeowners can spot several warning signs before a small repair becomes a larger structural project. A careful inspection should assess the siding, trim, flashing, and wall surface as a whole. The following clues help determine whether repair is enough or full replacement is justified.A con