Replace Or Repair Siding

Slide the zip tool along the bottom edge to release the vinyl siding from the piece below it.

Replace or repair siding.

The vinyl siding zip tool will save you loads of time. Repeat the procedure for the top of the damaged siding. Create your own price list in homewyse lists for a basic project in zip code 47474 with 120 square feet the cost to repair board siding starts at 11 96 14 19 per square foot. Use a zip tool image 1 to unlock the siding from the surrounding pieces image 2.

Once the paint starts to peel costs can quickly grow as sanding out walls is not cheap let alone replacing warped twisted and cracked siding panels. Use framing square and utility knife to cut through face of siding. Actual costs will depend on job size conditions and options. Prevent water from splashing on the siding by installing gutters or repairing leaky ones.

Cedar wood siding should be painted or stained every 6 years or sooner depending on the level of uv exposure in order to reduce the costs of repainting. Also adjust lawn sprinklers so they don t hit the siding. Repair the siding remove the nails in the corner cap. You will be able to watch your neighbors continuously repair their siding while yours looks just as great as day one.

When you replace these boards make sure you have good flashing along the joint. To estimate costs for your project. Score down the damaged lap siding with a utility knife. Where siding meets a roof it will rot if the siding touches the shingles.

Another advantage of replacing the siding on your home is that you can increase the curb appeal and value of your home. Cut piece of faded siding from an inconspicuous spot to replace the damaged section. It ll better match the house than brand new siding. Remove the nails on the lap board then use the claw of the hammer to split the board down the center image 1.