Nothing really compares to the richness and character of natural, stained wood siding. Wood siding is an excellent choice for its visual appeal, but one must be aware of the maintenance required. If properly maintained, wood siding will last for decades. Also, some types of wood, such as redwood, cedar, and cypress, withstand the elements better than others and will last longer, but they still require some maintenance.
The recommended maintenance schedule for wood siding is to repaint at least every five years, and treat or stain every three years, depending on your climate. For example, in the mountain states where the sun and snow can be rather harsh, you might need to have your wood siding treated more often.
Repair methods vary depending on the type of siding you have, but the majority are fairly easy to fix. Renailing loose sheathing, replacing rotted elements and patching any holes or gaps on the underlying surface will help in maintaining your siding after it is repaired. Always identify and remedy the underlying problem before you repair the siding, or you will be back repairing the same problem again next summer.
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