Siding maintenance
Low maintenance does not mean
no attention.
Every siding system benefits from appropriate cleaning, periodic observation and prompt attention when a change could allow water behind the exterior.
Care by material
Know what ownership may require.
Always follow the current instructions for the exact product and finish installed on your home. The guidance below is a practical starting point.
Vinyl siding
- Routine care
- Wash as appropriate for the product and inspect for loose, cracked or displaced panels.
- Watch closely
- Watch transitions, penetrations and areas exposed to impact or concentrated heat.
- Best practice
- Keep product records and address concerns before they become larger repairs.
LP SmartSide
- Routine care
- Follow current manufacturer guidance for cleaning, finish care and maintenance.
- Watch closely
- Pay attention to coating condition, clearances, cut edges, joints and moisture-prone details.
- Best practice
- Keep product records and address concerns before they become larger repairs.
James Hardie
- Routine care
- Follow current manufacturer guidance for washing, paint or finish care and inspection.
- Watch closely
- Monitor caulked joints, flashing, clearances, penetrations and areas where moisture can collect.
- Best practice
- Keep product records and address concerns before they become larger repairs.
A simple exterior check
Look after major weather events and through the seasons.
You do not need to diagnose the cause. Notice the change, document it safely and ask for professional help when the answer is unclear.
Panels and boards
Look for cracks, displacement, warping, impact or unusual movement.
Finish and surfaces
Notice staining, fading patterns, peeling, biological growth or damage.
Openings and joints
Observe trim, sealant, flashing and transitions around windows and doors.
Water pathways
Check gutters, downspouts, grade and places where water repeatedly reaches the wall.
When to call
Changes involving moisture, movement or repeated damage deserve attention.
Contact CR3 when siding becomes loose, cracked or soft; staining returns; trim or joints open; or you suspect water is reaching the wall behind the finished surface.
Protect the exterior
Questions about what you see?
We can evaluate the condition, explain whether service is appropriate and help you understand the next step.
Always follow the current care instructions for your exact installed product.