Repairing Vinyl Siding Wind Damage

The cost to repair a 170 foot section of damaged siding naturally varies depending on the material.

Repairing vinyl siding wind damage.

Ask this old house general contractor tom silva helps a homeowner repair sections of his vinyl siding that have holes. Start at the bottom of the piece that is being replaced and insert a wooden shim between the pieces of siding as the zip tool slides along the siding. Some types of damage warrant immediate attention. Splits cracks chips breaks and holes can all be indications of storm damage both from the wind itself and also from flying particles and wind driven hail.

Use a zip tool image 1 to unlock the siding from the surrounding pieces image 2. It ll better match the house than brand new siding. In this video this old house general contractor tom silva explains how to repair vinyl siding. In the early days siding was typically simple wood clapboard.

For decades siding has been a viable external shell for any home or business. Introduction to repairing vinyl siding. Some kinds of damage warrant instant attention. Cut piece of faded siding from an inconspicuous spot to replace the damaged section.

Subscribe to this old house. Repairing small sections of vinyl siding can be an expensive proposition if you have a repair. Even though it s durable low maintenance and attractive vinyl siding can be seriously damaged during a storm. When cold vinyl is especially prone to impact damage such as cracking or breaking apart.

To replace a singular piece of wood siding. Repeat the procedure for the top of the damaged siding. Although it s durable low maintenance and appealing vinyl siding can be seriously harmed throughout a storm. Use framing square and utility knife to cut through face of siding.