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Home Siding Maintenance Tips From Carter Lumber

Vinyl is now the number one house siding material available because of its durability. Vinyl won't rot or peel, it doesn't require painting and vinyl house siding maintenance requires little effort. It's important to remember that most home siding manufacturers recommend washing vinyl house siding at least once a year.

Helpful Vinyl Home Siding Cleaning Hints:

Use a simple soap and water rinse with a garden hose.
For stubborn dirt, use an ordinary, long-handled, soft-bristled car washing brush that fits on the end of a garden hose.
Avoid using stiff bristle brushes or abrasive cleaners, which could change the appearance of the cleaned area.
Start at the bottom of the house and work your way up to avoid streaking when washing the entire house.
Rinse the cleaning solution with water before it dries.
For mold or mildew, add a small amount of liquid laundry bleach to the water.
Protect shrubs and flowers from direct contact with cleaning agents.