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.

Repairing vinyl siding wind damage.

Some types of damage warrant immediate attention. Although it s durable low maintenance and appealing vinyl siding can be seriously harmed throughout 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.

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. 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. Some kinds of damage warrant instant attention.

It ll better match the house than brand new siding. The cost to repair a 170 foot section of damaged siding naturally varies depending on the material. 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. However vinyl 1 and aluminum siding have become popular options that are easy to care for and maintain.

Use a zip tool image 1 to unlock the siding from the surrounding pieces image 2. Even though it s durable low maintenance and attractive vinyl siding can be seriously damaged during a storm. Cut piece of faded siding from an inconspicuous spot to replace the damaged section. Repairing small sections of vinyl siding can be an expensive proposition if you have a repair.

For decades siding has been a viable external shell for any home or business. Repeat the procedure for the top of the damaged siding. Introduction to repairing vinyl siding. Splits cracks chips breaks and holes can all be signs of storm damage both from the wind itself and also from flying debris and wind driven hail.