What's behind a soft spot in your siding
On this job, a soft spot in the siding turned out to be rot in the sheathing and the sill plate underneath. Replacing just the outside board would have hidden the problem for a season. Here's how we fixed it:
Rot found
Bad wood removed
New sheathing and wrap
New siding
Painted to match
Siding we repair
- Wood lap siding
- Fiber-cement lap siding
- Rotted sheathing and sill plates
- House wrap and flashing at the repair
- Trim around windows and doors
Siding homes are common in Celebration and other porch-front neighborhoods. These homes look great, but bottom courses near sprinklers and corners under the gutters take a beating.
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How a job goes
- Free estimateDerwin comes out, looks at the job and gives you a clear written price.
- ScheduleWe book a start date that works for you and keep you posted.
- Prep and protectFloors, plants and furniture get covered before any work starts.
- Do the workRepairs first, then finish work, done right the first time.
- Walkthrough and cleanupWe walk the job with you and leave the site clean.
Siding repair questions
Can you match my existing siding?
Yes. We match the board profile and exposure, then prime and paint so the repair blends in.
What causes siding to rot?
Usually water: sprinklers hitting the wall, gutters overflowing, failed caulk around windows, or siding sitting too close to the ground or a roof.
Do I need to repaint the whole house?
Not always. We can paint the repaired section to match. If the rest of the paint is worn, a full repaint gives the most even result. See exterior painting.
Ready for a fresh coat?
Tell us about the job and we'll set up a free estimate.