Common places to check
- Exterior trim and siding joints — gaps where trim meets siding or brick.
- Window perimeters — cracked or missing caulk around the outside of windows.
- Tubs, showers and counters — caulk that is discolored, peeling or pulling away.
- Exterior doors — weatherstripping that is torn or compressed, sweeps that no longer touch the threshold.
Why it matters here
Summer storms and humidity in Troup County mean water is regularly testing every joint on the outside of a house. A joint that stays open can let water reach the wood behind it, which is how many wood rot problems begin.
What to send
Tell Trey which areas you are concerned about and how many windows or doors are involved. Photos of a few representative spots are enough to start. For wet areas inside, mention whether there is any soft drywall, loose tile or staining nearby — that can point to more than a caulking issue, and may need tile repair instead.
What affects scope
The number of openings, ladder access, the condition of the surfaces being sealed and whether paint touch-up is wanted afterward. Material selection should match the location — interior wet areas, exterior trim and masonry joints have different requirements.
Common questions
Can new caulk go over old caulk?
It generally adheres and lasts better when failed caulk is removed and the joint is cleaned first. Layering over cracked caulk tends to fail sooner.
My door lets light through at the bottom — is that weatherstripping?
It may be the door sweep or threshold, the weatherstripping, or a door that has shifted in its frame. A photo from inside with the door closed helps sort it out.
Where TLC Repairs offers caulking & weatherstripping
Based in LaGrange and serving communities within about 30 miles, including: