9 Expensive Home Repairs You Can Avoid with a Little Maintenance
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7. Replace Siding to Prevent Water Damage
Is your home covered in wood, aluminum or vinyl siding? If so, it could be much more susceptible to water damage than regular brick houses. Water can run through any damages in the siding and lead to problems such as rot, insects invading your home and interior damage.
It’d be a great idea to check your siding every 6 months to avoid the effects of water damage. Repairs to individual panels will cost a few hundred dollars which is pennies compared to a full-on siding restoration services at an estimated $10,000. When you replace any siding, lay a waterproof protector like Tyvek first to stop future water damage in its tracks.
