When you look at the siding on your home, the first thing you likely notice is the curb appeal it adds to your entire property. But did you know that those siding panels are responsible for a whole lot more than just aesthetics? Another function your siding should offer is keeping your home protected against moisture damage.

There's one local siding company in Denver, CO that homeowners turn to for top-quality end results—Paramount Siding & Windows Inc. We've been trusted to handle siding installations for our customers since 2009, and understand firsthand how our workmanship leads to more waterproof homes. Continue reading to find out more about how a proper siding installation can keep your home free of moisture damage! 

Effective Sealing and Flashing Techniques

When installing new siding, contractors have to work around many other home components, including:

  • Windows
  • Doors
  • Vents
  • Joints

At these intersections, installation teams will use flashing or caulking to ensure waterproofness. Because your siding is exposed to elemental wear and tear every day, metal flashing or industrial-grade caulk will be the most effective materials. This added strength keeps water from being able to seep through and start causing damage to your home's interior.

Benefits of Overlapping Siding Panel Designs

Siding panels have traditionally been installed horizontally, although vertical siding has become more and more popular over the last couple of years as well. If you have standard horizontal siding, look closely and notice how each panel slightly overlaps the one below it, leading to a roof shingle appearance. 

This design isn't just aesthetically pleasing, it's smart! When it rains, the overlapping panels will ensure rainwater doesn't seep underneath, but instead continues to fall downward and eventually away from your home.

Protective Moisture Barrier Installations

During a siding installation, your contractor will install more than just the siding panels—in addition to other underlying materials, your team will install some sort of house wrap, which acts as a moisture barrier that protects against wind-driven rain. 

Additionally, if a siding panel or two on your home becomes compromised during a storm, having this moisture barrier underneath means that water will have to penetrate another durable layer before making its way inside your home.

Ensure Proper Ventilation Between Panels

A professional siding replacement will be exact, but will also leave room for proper ventilation. Just like many other components of a structurally sound home, siding panels need to be able to ventilate themselves in the event that moisture does become trapped underneath. 

If your installation doesn't leave much room for adequate ventilation, it could lead to issues like:

  • Mold Growth
  • Constant Condensation
  • Warped Panels
  • Airflow Obstructions
  • Pest & Insect Damage
  • Rotted Structure

If you want to make sure your next siding installation is professional-grade, just get in touch with our experts at Paramount Siding & Windows. We source our custom siding materials from trusted brands, including James Hardie and LP Smartside, and offer custom-manufactured steel siding, all of which are known for their incredible waterproofness and resistance to other severe weather conditions. 

Over the years, our siding installers have earned upwards of 650 5-star reviews from our past customers, who were elated with the end results of our workmanship and the performance they received out of their new siding. 

We also maintain BBB-accreditation and an A+ rating for our commitment to going above and beyond during each project we take on. For more information on our Denver siding services, get in touch with us today, and we'll give you a free price estimate!