Siding damage assessment is specifically done in order to file a claim with your insurance company. These types of assessments are often done after storms, which is why they are sometimes called a storm damage assessment. During a siding damage assessment, a siding service provider will assess your property with a trained eye, take digital photos, and then work with your insurance company to generate a repair estimate.
Another important time to have a damage assessment done is before you plan to sell your home. Having an assessment will show your potential buyers the value of your home, as well as help you know how much your home should be selling for. You may be able to ask even a bit more for your home if you can show your buyer a solid siding assessment report. To get your free siding damage assessment, contact Storm Guard at any location near you!
When a professional comes to do a siding health assessment, we will check for a list of warning signs and damage. You can and should also check your siding yourself several times a year. By catching the following issues early, you may be able to prevent more severe damage down the road.
As you do your regular maintenance checks of your home or property, it’s helpful to know what types of siding damage are common and what conditions to be wary of.
Inclement weather is one of the biggest causes of siding damage. Snow and ice can cause water damage and can also cause warping. Wind can pull siding up or blow branches and debris into the siding of your home. This can cause holes and cracks. Two of the most dangerous types of damage are condensation and algae. Water damage can lead to structural damage that will be much more costly to repair.
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Homeowners insurance will cover siding damage if it was done by an uncontrollable event. Regular wear and tear will not be covered.
Some indicators that your house has hail damage are dents, cracks, and holes.
Signs that your siding needs to be repaired are cracks, warping, bubbles, fungus and mold, very faded siding, higher energy bills or paint peeling inside your home.
To prepare your home for new siding, you simply need to follow a few steps:
Remove all shutters, gutters, and fixtures
Add your flashing around windows and edges.
Install furring. Furring is used to create an even base for the siding.
Apply a weather resistant house wrap.
Install additional insulation.
Find a starting point and use a chalk line to keep the application level.
Replacing siding is not very difficult, but installation does take time and a few basic skills.