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White vinyl siding buckled and rippled below a window, with the distortion concentrated in one section of the exterior wall.

Home maintenance

Why Does Vinyl Siding Melt? 3 Causes Most Homeowners Don’t Expect

Vinyl siding can warp or look melted even without a fire. Here are three causes I look for during home inspections: BBQ grills, reflected sunlight from Low-E windows, and siding painted an unsuitable dark color.

Leo Betancor · 5 min read