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Matching new vinyl siding to old siding can be difficult. Vinyl siding fades in the sunlight, so even after a few years, its color may differ from the original; dark-colored siding tends to fade faster than light-colored siding. Additionally, manufacturers frequently update their products and techniques, meaning older styles are often discontinued, making it hard to find an exact match for the color and design.

For the best chance at an accurate match, try to purchase the same model and color of siding that your home currently has, though fading may still cause a slight mismatch. Cleaning the original siding is a good first step to reveal its current true color. You can also consider painting your existing siding to create a better match with the new panels.

Because vinyl is a type of plastic, it can start to melt and then warp when it has been exposed to too much heat. While you can’t control the amount of sun your home gets every year, you can take some precautions to help your vinyl siding. Choose lighter colors for your siding, such as whites, off-whites, and beiges; these colors will reflect light rather than absorb it. You should also avoid oil-based coatings, which tend to crack more easily when applied to vinyl—this allows more heat to get to the siding.

Warning signs of vinyl siding in need of replacement include cracks in the siding, serious fading of color, loose or missing boards, and boards that have warped or melted. If you notice these problems, it’s time to replace your vinyl siding or consider switching to a different type of siding that won’t have the same problems.

If you’re trying to cover up damaged vinyl siding with some other material, properly repairing the damage is likely just as easy. Avoid covering up damaged siding under most circumstances. Water and mold can easily get trapped behind it and cause more harm than the damage already there. 

If you need a fast, temporary repair until you have time to fix the damage properly, use a generous amount of caulk or spray foam insulation to fill the gap, knowing that you’ll need to remove the material later.