Repairing Vinyl Siding Wind Damage

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.

Repairing vinyl siding wind damage.

When cold vinyl is especially prone to impact damage such as cracking or breaking apart. 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. For decades siding has been a viable external shell for any home or business. 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.

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. Use framing square and utility knife to cut through face of siding. However vinyl 1 and aluminum siding have become popular options that are easy to care for and maintain.

Repeat the procedure for the top of the damaged siding. Some types of damage warrant immediate attention. 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.

To replace a singular piece of wood siding. Repairing small sections of vinyl siding can be an expensive proposition if you have a repair. Ask this old house general contractor tom silva helps a homeowner repair sections of his vinyl siding that have holes. It ll better match the house than brand new siding.

Cut piece of faded siding from an inconspicuous spot to replace the damaged section. Introduction to repairing vinyl siding. Although it s durable low maintenance and appealing vinyl siding can be seriously harmed throughout a storm. Use a zip tool image 1 to unlock the siding from the surrounding pieces image 2.