Roofs

• Developing leaks Can lead to mold and thousands of dollars of interior damage if not corrected immediately
• Aesthetics/look of the roof Everyone driving by can see the condition, keeping up with the Jones mentality
• Age and condition No idea how old the roof is and if it needs replacement, potential unforeseen damage
• Cost What will it cost currently, or how much more it will cost with inflation in the future
• Ice Dams Icicles leading to damage and heat loss from the home
• Excess Mold/Algae Growth (The damage to the shingle and the look of it).  Algae that eats the roof is called Gleocapsmagma.
• Missing Shingles Obvious worry that roof is leaking
• Damage Fear of further damage inside the home that can’t be seen
• Poor Ventilation leading to higher energy bills and damage to shingles and the amount of money lost on energy bills
• Storm Damage Missing the opportunity to have insurance pay for damage
• Sagging Roof Decks or Holes What is causing the sag and is it from leaks that are causing more issues
• Chimneys and Skylights unforeseen leaks or not properly working
• Insurance Implications Insurance can and will drop coverage if the roof is not upkept

Windows

• Operation Won’t open or hard to use
• Cold Air Infiltration Feeling drafts or cold spots near windows
• Aesthetics/Look aged and dated
• Damage Broken or has damaged spots
• Foggy Glass is fogged up meaning they have a seal failure making them inefficient
• Condensation building up on the inside leading to water damage
• Mold/Rot Mold around or on the windows and possible rotted wood from excess moisture
• Moisture Penetration/Build-Up Excess water around or on the windows that is not supposed to be there
• High Energy Bills Energy bills are high due to lack of efficiency from the windows
• Noise Pollution Single pane windows tend to allow all the exterior noise into the home
• Security Concerns No security features or not functioning properly allowing this to be a concern

Siding

• Aesthetic/Look Siding is old and looks dated or bad color choice
• Water Intrusion Water getting inside of the siding causing damage
• Damage or Holes and marks on siding from wear and tear over the years 
• Storm Damage that may be paid for because of a storm. Insurance covers most damage caused by wind, hail, and tree damage 
• Pest Damage Things like squirrels and raccoons can damage and nest inside of siding. Numerous concerns from damage to bugs 
• Missing Siding has fallen off over time and exposed the raw wood to potential water damage
•  Mold/Algae Growth Can lead to damage, maintenance issues, or just plain look bad 
• Maintenance/Upkeep Siding like wood needs constant upkeep and painting. These costs can outweigh the cost of a new maintenance free product

Gutters

• Leaks Can be leaking causing damage to houses or just a general inconvenience when walking under them while raining
• Clogs Lack of gutter guards or proper gutter guards can lead to clogs from debris or even animals nesting
• Sagging Can Sag overtime which causes them to not flow properly, leaving water to sit in them and even leaks into the house
• Improper Pitch Gutters can be installed incorrectly or just shifted over time causing them to be pitched away from the downspouts leading to damage in the home
• Ice Dams Too much water sitting in the gutters due to pitch or clogging can cause ice dams that damage the home
• Missing Gutters No gutters at all or missing gutters leading to all these issues, especially foundation damage
• Foundation Damage Any water against the foundation can cause damage to it and even leaks into the basement. Properly installed and functioning gutters prevent water from sitting on the foundation
• Erosion Runoff from rainwater and lack of gutters can cause erosion in yards, driveways, and landscaping. Think of the Grand Canyon and how this can cause long-term issues.