Replacing Broken Siding

Use a table saw or circular saw to cut a patch from a good piece of vinyl.

Replacing broken siding.

Do not drive the nails flush or countersink them. Project step by step 3 15 minute vinyl siding repair with a zip tool. Score down the damaged lap siding with a utility knife. Then lock the siding back into place.

If your siding is in need of repair this section will show you how to remove damaged shingles and attach new ones. 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. Starting at one end of the damaged piece push the end of the zip siding. Replace the old board with a new one of the same size and shape.

When you notice a bad spot in your home s siding repair it as soon as you can. To replicate the. Gap at corner and butt joints. Run a bead of adhesive caulk around the back of the patch and set the patch in place top image.

Thoroughly paint all exposed edges and grooves. Here s how to repair damaged clapboards also known as bevel or lap siding. Use framing square and utility knife to cut through face of siding. It ll better match the house than brand new siding.

Seal these joints. The patch should be larger than the piece you removed. Cut piece of faded siding from an inconspicuous spot to replace the damaged section. Work your hand into a seam between pieces then release the siding from the.

Slip a flat bar behind the vinyl siding and lever out the nails. Before the fiber cement shake panels image 1 go up you ll need to put up the fascia board. Remove the nails on. Make your repair last prime the back and edges of the new siding.

Use tin snips to cut out the damaged area image 1. How to repair and replace siding step 1. Remove the nails in the corner cap. The damaged board or shake is the only part that must be replaced and the job goes fairly quickly.

When replacing siding try to purchase a piece from the same manufacturer in the same color. Hold any pieces above the. The bottom of the next course is locked into.