## The problem starts at the roof edgeMost homeowners don’t think much about gutters until water spills over the side. By then, the damage has already started in the form of dry rot. Overflowing gutters dump water directly onto siding, trim, and the base of your home....
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Repairing water-damaged trim around windows and doors
Soft trim around a window or door is not a cosmetic issue. It is a moisture problem. When exterior trim starts to swell, crack, or feel spongy under a screwdriver, water has already been getting in for a while. In Washington, that usually means rot is working its way...
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Why paint keeps failing at the bottom of trim boards (and what to do about it)
If you keep scraping and repainting the bottom edge of exterior trim, you’re not dealing with a “bad paint job.” You’re dealing with water. In Washington, that bottom inch of trim gets hit from every angle: rain running down the wall, splashback from the ground, and...
What failing siding really means
When paint and caulk stop doing their job Your home’s siding is its armor. It sheds rain, protects framing, and ties your exterior together. But even the best siding wears out. When paint peels, boards warp, or caulking pulls away, it’s usually a sign of water getting...
Deck safety checks for Washington’s wet weather
Why winter is hard on decks Every winter, decks across Washington take a beating. Rain soaks boards, freezes overnight, and expands tiny cracks into big gaps. Nails loosen, railings shift, and joists begin to absorb moisture. It’s a slow process, but after a few...
How to spot dry rot before it spreads
Small signs that lead to big repairs later Dry rot is one of the most common and expensive issues Washington homeowners face, especially in older homes with wood siding or trim. Once wood-decay fungus takes hold, it spreads quietly behind paint, caulk and flashing. By...