Repairing Vinyl Siding Wind Damage

Cut piece of faded siding from an inconspicuous spot to replace the damaged section.

Repairing vinyl siding wind damage.

In this video this old house general contractor tom silva explains how to repair vinyl siding. Repeat the procedure for the top of the damaged siding. Some kinds of damage warrant instant attention. Use a zip tool image 1 to unlock the siding from the surrounding pieces image 2.

Use framing square and utility knife to cut through face of siding. To replace a singular piece of wood siding. Vinyl siding is the most fragile of all siding materials and can melt in intense heat or become brittle in cold weather. Some types of damage warrant immediate attention.

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. The cost to repair a 170 foot section of damaged siding naturally varies depending on the material. Even though it s durable low maintenance and attractive vinyl siding can be seriously damaged during a storm. 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.

Repairing small sections of vinyl siding can be an expensive proposition if you have a repair. It ll better match the house than brand new siding. When cold vinyl is especially prone to impact damage such as cracking or breaking apart. 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.

Although it s durable low maintenance and appealing vinyl siding can be seriously harmed throughout a storm. For decades siding has been a viable external shell for any home or business. Subscribe to this old house. However vinyl 1 and aluminum siding have become popular options that are easy to care for and maintain.