Repair Hole In Vinyl Siding

Use a siding zip tool available at home centers to unlock the damaged siding at the bottom.

Repair hole in vinyl siding.

Fortunately you can repair most small holes and punctures without a professional s help. Vinyl siding is susceptible to holes and cracks because there s a small but hollow space between the siding and the home s sheathing. Cover the hole from the back side with foil tape then put the siding back where it belongs. Place foil tape on the back side of the siding to cover the hole and lock the siding back in place.

Next time you get a siding installation or repair ask your pro about contoured progressive foam insulation which fills in that gap by conforming to the style of the panels and provides. Fill the hole with a thin coat of color matched caulking or paint the caulking to match the siding color as described above. A siding zip tool pops the piece off from the bottom edge. A hole in vinyl siding opens a door for moisture and insects to intrude.