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Do you have rotted House Siding Omaha? We Replace all types of Siding, Trim & Flashing.
The siding on the homes below are taking on water and rotting out the house frame and substructure. You can see from the photos that even a seemingly small break in the caulking or hole in the siding can be detrimental to the house. You cannot see this until the siding is removed. Unfortunately, when homeowners choose to install Vinyl Siding at a reduced cost, the installers typically just cover up these rotted, decaying and moldy areas rather than properly repairing them and spraying for insects, termites and carpenter ants.
Visit our full Siding Replacement Details page for a complete list of services.
We work with a local Omaha-based pest control service so we can have your home treated quickly, when the siding is removed, allowing us to efficiently seal it back up as soon as repairs are completed. Some things to note in the below photos:
- Notice how seemingly small or soft areas of siding can result in water and mold entering the home.
- Water leaks around windows, caused by cracked or missing caulk or improperly installed flashing, can lead to all of the siding rotting under the water's point of entry.
- When lap siding becomes soft and the bottom edges are broken, wavy or expanded, we can replace with new wood, hardboard or fiber cement siding.
- When replacing windows with New Construction style windows, the siding or trim around the windows will need to be replaced.
- We offer various solutions to woodpecker damage as well as future damage prevention options.
- We can replace your garage door brick moldings and weather seals for an air-tight garage!
- If the siding on your chimney is soft, rotted or leaking, we have a solution for that too!
We have been replacing bad siding and fixing poor installations in and around Omaha for over 25 years. If water is entering your home or rotting your siding, we can usually identify the source, cause and solution on-site during a free consultation. Call Scott's Painting & Staining Inc. today for a free home inspection and estimate. We will offer you various solutions based on your budget, as well as let you know which is the best long-term solution!
As a Professional Siding Contractor, we are often asked about hardboard warranties and class-action lawsuits. Information can be found here about Siding Warranties and Lawsuits.
Rotted Framing, Carpenter Ants & Mold - from a Small Leak
Any Punctured Siding can Rot your Substructure
Repaired Framing, New Siding & Paint
A Small Leak?
Siding Replaced
A Leak around a Window will Decay the Siding Below It
Window Properly Sealed with Metal Flashing & Painted
Lap Siding can start to Rot on the Bottom Edges
Replaced with LP SmartSide Lap Siding & Repainted
Vertical Panel Siding Replaced Around New Windows
Rotting Hardboard
New Siding
Decayed Lap
SmartSide Lap
Panel Siding
We Replace Garage Door Seals
New Garage Weather Strip Seal
Damaged Seal
Replaced Seal
Hardboard Siding Replacement FAQs
How do I know if my hardboard siding is rotting?▼
Common signs include soft spots, swelling at the bottom edges, wavy boards, cracking paint, and areas that feel spongy when pressed. Rot often starts where water gets behind the siding around windows, trim, and failed caulk lines.
Can you repair only the damaged sections instead of replacing everything?▼
Yes. In many cases we can replace only the affected boards, trim, or flashing and address the source of water intrusion. During a free inspection we’ll recommend the best option based on the condition of the siding and long-term durability.
Why does siding rot happen even with small gaps or cracked caulk?▼
Even a small opening can allow repeated water intrusion behind the siding. Moisture trapped behind hardboard can cause swelling, delamination, and rot that may not be visible until the siding is removed.
Do you remove vinyl siding to repair what’s underneath?▼
Yes. If vinyl was installed over existing damage, we can remove it to inspect the underlying structure and repair rotted or moldy areas properly before re-wrapping or installing new siding.
What materials can replace hardboard siding?▼
Depending on your home and budget, we can replace with new wood, hardboard, or fiber cement siding. We’ll explain the pros and cons during the estimate so you can choose the best long-term solution.
Do you fix flashing and window leak areas during siding replacement?▼
Yes. Water intrusion is often caused by missing or improperly installed flashing and failed caulking. We address those areas during repairs so the new siding is protected and the problem doesn’t come back.
Do you treat for insects or wood-destroying pests if damage is found?▼
Yes. If we discover conditions that attract insects or wood-destroying pests, we can coordinate treatment quickly while the siding is off so the home can be sealed back up efficiently after repairs are completed.