Replacing Part Of Your Siding

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Replacing part of your siding.

Finish cuts image zoom using. Hold any pieces above the. Aladdin has been installing quality vinyl siding for connecticut homeowners for decades. Get an estimate for new vinyl siding from aladdin.

The process is fairly simple. We have been in business since 1949 and have earned a reputation for providing quality products and installation along with professional service. Remove nails image zoom if the siding board above has exposed nails that go into the board that you want to. Slip a flat bar behind the vinyl siding and lever out the nails.

Here s how to repair damaged clapboards also known as bevel or lap siding. Starting at one end of the damaged piece push the end of the zip siding. You ll use basic tools to wiggle the rotted shingle out reassemble the pieces and use the old shingle as a guide for the new one. Replacing siding pieces step 1.

Replace the old board with a new one of the same size and shape. Finish the cut with a sharp utility knife. The damaged board or shake is the only part that must be replaced and the job goes fairly quickly. Decide which boards need replacing and where to make your cuts.

Ask this old house general contractor tom silva helps a homeowner repair sections of his vinyl siding that have holes. How to repair wood siding. Make first cut image zoom to cut out a damaged area use a square and a utility knife to scribe cut lines on. Project step by step 3 15 minute vinyl siding repair with a zip tool.

Using a screwdriver poke beneath the warped siding and note how firm the layer under the siding feels. When you notice a bad spot in your home s siding repair it as soon as you can. Perform a close up inspection of any siding that appears warped. Vinyl is attractive durable and long lasting.

If your siding is in need of repair this section will show you how to remove damaged shingles and attach new ones. If your home s siding has been damaged by a storm you can have it replaced with new vinyl siding. Stagger butt joints if you re replacing multiple courses. If this layer feels rotted in any way it s probably time to replace your siding.

Here are a few tips to help you discern whether your existing siding needs to be replaced. If you re just putting a new layer of siding on top of what you have now you may or may not need a permit depending on your local building regulations.