Get Your Siding in Shape for Spring With These Tips

Honest Abe’s Construction • March 30, 2023

If you’ve been putting off needed siding maintenance this winter, the arrival of spring is the perfect time to tackle those tasks. We discuss the top maintenance services to complete this season. When you need siding repair or replacement in Dallas or the surrounding towns, give Honest Abe’s Construction a call to do the job.


Check for Damage

Examine your siding for cracks, rotting, and mold growth. Your siding might be particularly sensitive to water intrusion caused by harsh winter weather. You may need to reapply a color-matched external caulk, which is best done during the spring. We recommend contacting a professional to do the job. 


Give It a Thorough Cleaning

Winter weather can leave dirt and debris on your siding, which can lead to mold, mildew, and rot. Cleaning should be done with siding-specific tools and cleaning solutions. If you are using a pressure washer, avoid using the highest pressure level to prevent damaging your siding, and it’s best to completely avoid cleaning vinyl with a pressure washer. To be safe, you can use a garden hose and a soft brush.


If you have wood siding, it may need to be re-painted. Gentle rinsing is required for James Hardie fiber cement siding. Choose a warm, frost-free day for washing, since this could cause frost to develop on your siding. 


Siding Repair and Replacement in Dallas

If your siding needs spring maintenance, repair, or replacement, Honest Abe’s Construction is a Dallas siding contractor that specializes in James Hardie siding installation services. Our team has more than a decade of experience performing siding installation in DFW for homes and businesses. With a large variety of products available, including board siding, vertical siding, and shingle siding, we’re sure to have an option that suits your style and your budget. Whether you’re building new or it is time for siding replacement, give us a call at (469) 765-3311. Our team would be happy to offer a quote for the cost of new siding in Dallas or a nearby community.