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Cedar & LP Siding Rot — Exterior defect
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Cedar & LP Siding Rot

Cedar & LP Siding Rot is a exterior defect common in Twin Cities south-metro homes. A widespread 1990s-build defect that becomes a five-figure re-side if missed.

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Cedar & LP Siding Rot is a exterior defect common in Twin Cities south-metro homes. A widespread 1990s-build defect that becomes a five-figure re-side if missed.

Field Evidence

What we find.

Cedar & LP Siding Rot as found on a south-metro inspection

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What causes cedar & lp siding rot?

South-metro cedar and 1990s LP/hardboard siding wicks moisture at butt joints, nail heads and grade.

What we check

Moisture at the bottom course, ground clearance, paint/seal failure, soft spots probed at suspect areas.

Why it matters

A widespread 1990s-build defect that becomes a five-figure re-side if missed.

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