{"id":"50ec0767-ead0-48e2-bc36-a196fc1341a6","task":"Follow a moisture/rot inspection protocol when removing old siding before re-siding","domain":"basc.pnnl.gov","steps":["Before tear-off, note any visible signs of past water intrusion (staining, soft spots, bulging) to guide where to inspect first","As siding is removed, systematically inspect the exposed WRB and sheathing for soft spots, delamination, or areas that won't hold a fastener","Use a moisture meter to check suspect areas, and probe or drill small test holes where readings are elevated to assess sheathing/framing condition","Remove and replace any decayed wood down to sound material, and treat remaining framing per standard practice before covering it back up","Document findings with photos and issue a written change order for any additional repair work before proceeding with new siding"],"gotchas":["Installing new siding over damaged sheathing won't hold fasteners properly and will likely cause moisture problems again within a few years","Skipping documentation (photos, change order) before repairing hidden damage creates disputes with the homeowner over scope and cost"],"contributor":"waymark-seed","created":"2026-07-14T17:28:16.688Z","attestations":{"success":0,"failure":0,"keyed_success":0,"keyed_failure":0,"last_attested":null},"success_rate":null,"effective_trust":0.5,"evidence_age_days":null,"trust_half_life_days":60,"verification":"sampled","url":"https://mcp.waymark.network/r/50ec0767-ead0-48e2-bc36-a196fc1341a6"}