Replace J Channel Without Removing Siding

Thrust a zip tool up hook first beneath the overlap where the j channel resides.

Replace j channel without removing siding.

Insert replacement windows aren t the best option in my case due to the construction of the old aluminum window frames. Locate an edge of the siding. Figure out which pieces of siding you will need to. Replace siding by working from the bottom up you might need a helper here.

Once it s been cut to size the siding is ready to be installed. Each piece that is adjacent to the window should slide into the j channel but leave 1 4 inch within the j. This can be at a corner a windowsill or a doorway. We would ve liked to put 3 j channel to give the windows a bolder look.

Attach the siding with 10d galvanized box nails driven into the overlap at least 1 2 in. How to remove a j channel without harming the siding step 1. Gently but firmly pull the tool. My wife and i decided to paint our aluminum siding instead of replacing with vinyl.

Locate the area where you want to remove the j channel. Above the bottom edge. This will be where the j channel. The courses should overlap by at least 1 in.

It s my understanding that new construction style windows can have the nailing fins removed and installed without removing the surrounding siding and j channel. However we really would like a wider trim around the windows. Hook a zip tool into the locking or butt edge of the piece of siding above where the j channel is you are.