Replacing Damaged Steel Siding

Insert your zip tool into a gap between the section of siding you select and the one covering the edge of it.

Replacing damaged steel siding.

Score down the damaged lap siding with a utility knife. Remove the bottom portion of the damaged section. How to repair and replace siding step 1. 2006 publications international ltd.

With a heavy duty puddy knife open up a little under the top lock and panel that you left. Here are five steps to replace damaged areas of siding during your home renovation. The new panel you cut the top lock off scribe just under the lock and snap it off trim height if need to fit. Before the fiber cement shake panels image 1 go up you ll need to put up the fascia board.

You cut the damaged piece out a couple of inches below the top lock of that panel then nail that part down. Remove the nails in the corner cap. Cut the top lock off a new panel. Apply a thick bead of sealant used for rain gutters such as.

Windows and doors present special problems. Cut the damaged piece along its center with a razor knife or tin snips. Originally posted by randy bush. If a damaged shake doesn t come out easily split it into several pieces with a hammer and chisel.

Remove the nails on. A rain screen installation may be indicated. Replacing shingles or clapboards as they become damaged will keep your siding from deteriorating quickly and better protect your home from the elements. It is fairly easy to do have done it a number of times and you really have to look to see it.

Remove the pieces and pull out the nails. Slide your zip tool back and forth parallel to the section of steel siding that you have chosen.