Siding & Exterior
Soft spot or suspected rot behind the siding
Likely cause, what to safely try first, and whether it gets worse if you wait.
Likely cause
Long-term moisture intrusion damaging the sheathing underneath.
What to try first
- Press gently on the suspect area — if it flexes or feels soft, treat it as a priority, not cosmetic.
⚠ This tends to get worse (and more expensive) the longer it's left unaddressed — worth acting on soon.
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