As a homeowner, it’s natural to try to save money when you can. However, when it comes to repairing or replacing your home’s siding, taking a DIY approach can lead to many costly mistakes. While some home improvement projects can be tackled on your own, siding is not one of them.
Lack of Experience/ Avoiding Costly Mistakes
Without proper experience, you may make mistakes that will result in expensive repairs down the road. Siding Installation mistakes can be costly and time-consuming to fix. For example, if you try to replace a piece of siding on your own and don’t align it correctly, it can lead to water infiltration, which causes mold and rot. Additionally, if you don’t use the proper tools and techniques, you can end up damaging the surrounding siding, which can lead to even more repairs and higher costs.
By hiring a professional siding repair company, you can avoid these common mistakes and ensure that your repairs are done correctly the first time around. Siding professionals also have the proper tools, equipment, and experience to cut each panel and plank to the right length and a crew of installers to help get the job done more efficiently. They also work with a wide range of materials which they are more familiar than you with.
Going Too Cheap on Siding Products
Just like any home renovation, choosing a quality product will always pay off in the end. The last thing you want is to have to pay for another siding installation because the inferior products you chose didn’t pass the test of time. When choosing to go with a professional and experienced siding contractor, they will know the best materials to use for your home.
Time and Convenience
Repairing or replacing your home’s siding is a time-consuming process. If you try to take on the project yourself,you would need to invest a significant amount of time and effort into getting the job done. Additionally, if you don’t have the proper tools or equipment, you’ll run into a problem.
Typically, contractors do not favor when homeowners start siding projects themselves and leave it unfinished. We see this often when the homeowner begins a project themselves, only to come to the conclusion they need a contractor’s help. Contractors do not like this because homeowners typically order the wrong product, incorrect amount and the wrong measurements. This will cost you more money in the end since most contractors will not just pick up any siding you ordered and put it on your home. That is their work on your home, and they do not want to do a half job. Taking the time to pick the right quality siding material, correct size, and correct quantity for your home is part of their craft & Job.
Peace of Mind
When you hire a professional siding repair company, you can rest assured that your repairs will be done correctly and that your home will be protected from further damage. In addition, professional siding repair companies typically offer warranties and guarantees on their work, which can give you peace of mind and confidence in your investment.
The Novalis Difference
At Novalis Roofing and Siding, we have our own, in-house employees who have been educated and trained by our third generation experts. We have experience working with every kind of siding material and trim. Using high quality products and skill, we make sure your siding is durable for decades to come and handle the headaches of repairs and replacements for you. We will also try to match any siding repair as close to the original color as possible. As a family owned and operated business, we understand the importance of protecting your home and family.
