Grand Rapids Wood Siding Repair & Restoration Service

Repairing damage to your wood siding as soon as possible is an important part of wood siding maintenance that will help your siding last and keep your home exterior looking beautiful. Keeping your wood siding in great condition will keep water out of the underlying materials of your home, and it will deter insects and pests that can cause further damage. By staying on top of repairs, you can also save money in the long run. Other damage to your home caused by siding in poor condition can become very costly, as can replacing damaged siding over your entire home.

Wood is very durable and can last a long time, but as a natural material, wood siding is vulnerable to many kinds of damage. Wood siding can be damaged by impact, water and moisture, pests of many kinds, and even the wrong kind of fasteners being used during installation. Issues to look out for that can be repaired include: 

• Cracks
• Warped siding
• Rot or mold
• Woodpecker holes
• Insect or termite damage
• Nails popping out
• Loose boards

Although many of these issues start small, some of these issues can spread quickly to the rest of your wood siding if they’re not dealt with promptly.

The type and extent of damage will determine the steps needed to repair the damaged siding. Wood siding repair will begin with an evaluation of your wood siding to determine the steps that will be needed. This may include patching and filling holes, caulking gaps, replacing sections of board that are badly damaged, and staining or painting your siding. 

Patch Or Fill Holes And Cracks

Small holes and cracks can be filled fairly quickly and easily. The area is prepared by removing loose paint and debris around the hole, then the hole can be filled with caulk, wood filler, epoxy putty, or spray foam sealant. Some materials need time to cure after application. The area may be sanded down after the hole is filled to create a smooth, uniform surface. 

Larger holes may require that a section of the board is cut and then a new piece of wood is put in its place. Wood filler can be used to apply the new piece of wood and fill in the gaps.

Caulk Gaps Around Doors And Windows

Caulk is used to create a watertight seal between your wood siding and gaps around doors and windows. Over time, this caulk can crack or break, allowing water to get under your wood siding and cause damage. To fix these gaps, old caulk is removed before new caulk is applied around doors and windows. 

Caulk is also used to seal gaps when some of your wood siding boards need to be replaced. The new boards won’t fit together with the old boards the same way as they would if all of your siding were being installed at once. Caulk can be used to eliminate gaps between the old siding and new siding to create a tight fit that keeps out moisture and pests. 

Replace Damaged Boards

Boards with extensive may need to be entirely removed and replaced. This may be the case in boards where there are large cracks, holes larger than four inches or multiple holes, or wood rot. Damaged boards will be cut carefully on either side of the damage and gently pried off the wall. The removed piece of board can be used as a template to cut a piece of new siding that will fit in its place. The new board is installed using stainless steel ring shank nails. Wood filler or caulk is used to seal the edges of the new board. For very extensive damage, entire sections of siding can be removed and replaced, or multiple individual boards may be replaced. 

Stain Or Paint

Applying new wood stain or paint to your siding is often an important last step in repairing your wood siding. When new siding is installed to replace damaged boards, the color will generally not match your existing wood siding. Staining or painting the entire house exterior is the best way to ensure that your siding will have a uniform, cohesive finish. A good stain or paint will also protect your wood siding from future damage. 

We use premium quality paints and stains that are made to last and will make your home look great. We can use a special primer that will double the lifetime of paint on wood siding. Our team is also qualified to safely remove lead paint to keep you and your family safe.

VanDerKolk Painting began in 1991 as a residential painting company, and over the years we’ve expanded to be able to meet all our customers' painting needs. Today we offer painting and related services in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. We strive to set ourselves apart with our dedication to outstanding workmanship and excellent customer service.

All of our painters are full-time employees, and we never work with contractors. So, when a member of our team comes out to work on your project, you’ll know exactly who you’re working with. This also gives us tighter control over scheduling and training, and we can match the most qualified painter to each job. Our painters also have training and certifications in areas such as lead paint abatement to ensure safety during all of our projects.

Our customer service begins when you schedule your free estimate. A member of our team will come out to learn the details of your project and answer any questions you may have. We never use pushy sales tactics, and we provide you with transparent pricing. We’ll keep you informed over the course of your project, and we provide a warranty on all our work to ensure your satisfaction. Call us at 616-202-6570, or fill out our quote request form to get started on your wood siding restoration project today.

VanDerKolk Painting is based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. We offer residential, commercial, and industrial painting services to the surrounding West Michigan area. We serve Ada, Byron Center, Cascade, East Grand Rapids, East Lansing, Fruitport, Grand Haven, Grandville, Holland, Hudsonville, Jamestown, Kalamazoo, Muskegon, Rockford, Spring Lake, and Zeeland. Contact us today so we can get started on your wood siding repair project.