Wood siding represents the premium tier of exterior finishes—beautiful, natural, insulating, and increasingly rare on new Utah homes. But wood siding requires maintenance that many homeowners neglect, leading to gray weathering, cupped boards, peeling paint, and eventually rot that compromises structural integrity. The good news: even severely weathered wood siding can often be restored rather than replaced, saving tens of thousands of dollars while preserving the character and value that only real wood provides.
Wood siding restoration in Utah addresses the unique challenges our climate presents: intense UV exposure that breaks down lignin (the glue that holds wood fibers together), rapid wet-dry cycles that cause cupping and warping, temperature extremes that stress paint and caulk, and occasional moisture events that promote mold, mildew, and rot. Our restoration process evaluates each board's condition, repairs or replaces damaged sections, reverses weathering through cleaning and brightening, and protects wood with coatings specifically engineered for Utah's punishing exterior environment.
What Makes This Service Different
Comprehensive Wood Assessment
We evaluate every board: probe for soft spots indicating rot, check fasteners and board attachment, identify cupping, splitting, or warping, assess existing coating condition, and determine whether individual boards need replacement or can be restored—always recommending the most cost-effective approach.
Weathering Reversal
Gray, weathered wood can be restored to nearly original appearance: we clean with oxygenated brighteners that lift dirt and mildew, apply wood restorers that reverse UV damage, neutralize tannic acids that cause staining, and lightly sand to remove surface fiber damage while maintaining wood profiles.
Rot Prevention Systems
We don't just paint over problems: treat existing rot with epoxy consolidants, remove and replace unsalvageable sections, seal end grains that wick water, back-prime all replacement boards, install proper flashing and drainage details, and apply preservatives to vulnerable areas like corners and trim ends.
Included With Every Project
Every Utah home we service receives the same concierge-level preparation, protection, and follow-through. Here's what you can expect for this specific service:
- Board-by-board condition assessment
- Rot repair and board replacement as needed
- Professional wood cleaning and brightening
- Mildew and algae treatment
- Comprehensive caulking and sealing
- Premium wood primers and finishes
- End-grain sealing and back-priming
- Ongoing maintenance recommendations
Proven Process
Detailed Wood Inspection
We inspect every wall surface: document rot, damage, and deterioration, photograph problem areas for estimates, take moisture readings to identify active problems, test existing coatings for adhesion, and develop restoration plan prioritized by urgency.
Selective Repairs
We replace only what's necessary: remove boards with structural rot, install new material matching profile and species, back-prime all six sides before installation, treat surrounding wood with preservatives, and caulk all joints to prevent future moisture entry.
Restoration Cleaning
We reverse weathering with specialized products: apply cleaners that lift years of dirt and oxidation, use brighteners that restore wood's natural color, treat mildew and algae with professional solutions, pressure wash at safe PSI for wood, and allow proper drying before coating.
Protective Coating Application
We apply systems designed for wood preservation: penetrating primers that seal wood fibers, stain-blocking primers on knots and pitch, flexible topcoats that move with wood, UV-resistant finishes for long-lasting color, and multiple coats for complete protection.