Protect Your Siding From Melting
IMAGINE THIS FOR A MOMENT
A tranquil afternoon in your backyard, satisfied with the enhancements to your home. You've invested in new siding, repainted the exterior, and installed energy-efficient low-e windows. Your neighbors have done similar upgrades to their properties, which makes you even happier as it means property prices will most likely increase, not that you're thinking of selling yet. However, as summer sets in, your neighbor reports a troubling issue: their siding is melting because of your new windows. Despite their care, the intense sunlight reflecting off your energy-efficient windows is concentrating heat onto their siding, causing it to warp and degrade. This not only detracts from their home's appearance but also introduces a challenging maintenance problem and could eventually result in a strain on your relationship.
OR IMAGINE
A beautiful spring day as you inspect your home's exterior, proud of the recent improvements you've made. You've invested in premium vinyl siding, chosen a fresh color palette, and enhanced your landscaping to create your dream home. Your neighborhood has been undergoing similar upgrades, with several homes installing modern energy-efficient features. As temperatures rise with the onset of summer, you notice something alarming: sections of your brand new siding are beginning to warp and bubble. Upon closer inspection and consultation with a contractor, you discover the culprit—your neighbor's recently installed low-e windows are reflecting concentrated sunlight directly onto your home. The intensified heat is literally melting your siding. This unexpected damage not only compromises your home's appearance and protection but also puts you in the awkward position of having to approach your neighbor about a problem their home improvements have inadvertently caused.
WHAT IS CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE SIDING?
Low-e windows, designed to improve energy efficiency by reflecting infrared light, can sometimes cause unintended hotspots on nearby surfaces. The reflected heat can become intense enough to damage siding materials, leading to warping or melting. When this happens to a neighbor's property—or to your own—it calls for a prompt and thoughtful solution.
WHAT CAN BE DONE ABOUT IT?
Recognizing the issue is the first step to resolving it. Just replacing the damaged siding can be like adding a bandaid to a gaping wound, as the damage will happen again. Protecting siding from the intense reflected sunlight is key to preventing further damage and maintaining good relationships.
Window film specialists recommend applying Turf Film on the exterior of the affected low-e windows. This specialized film disperses the concentrated heat, scattering sunlight harmlessly in multiple directions while maintaining the energy-efficient properties of the windows. Turf Film
is specifically designed to address this increasingly common neighborhood issue without compromising the benefits of your energy-efficient windows.
By addressing the problem proactively with Turf Film, whether you're the one causing the damage or experiencing it, you can help preserve the look and integrity of both homes while fostering positive neighborly relations. Taking immediate action ensures that properties remain beautiful and enjoyable spaces throughout the summer and beyond.
If you're experiencing this issue with reflected heat damaging siding, consider discussing the Turf Film solution with your neighbor. Our window films technician can assess the situation, provide documentation explaining the problem, and apply Turf Film for appropriate protection that benefits everyone involved.
ACT NOW: PROTECT HOMES AND RELATIONSHIPS
Neighborhoods thrive when homeowners look out for each other. Whether you've discovered your windows are causing damage to a neighbor's siding or you're experiencing damage from nearby reflections, taking action demonstrates respect for both properties and relationships. Don't wait until warped siding leads to uncomfortable conversations or costly repairs—reach out to S&T Window Films today.
Our specialized Turf Film offers a simple, effective solution that benefits everyone. By promptly addressing reflection issues with Turf Film, you're not just protecting physical structures but investing in the community bonds that make your neighborhood special. Remember, good neighbors make great neighborhoods.
Contact S&T Window Films today for a no-obligation Turf Film assessment. Together, we can preserve both your property values and the neighborly goodwill that makes coming home truly satisfying.