If your siding has cracks, splitting, buckling, rotting, or simply becoming loose in several places, it’s time to do some repair. If you notice mold or other evidence of water inside the siding or when you see large gaps where the siding used to be, detach a section and inspect it. If you discover a whole bunch of water, the original building paper and flashing might not have been properly installed. This can lead to serious problems, such as warping and rotting. The best thing to do is get a professional siding contractor out to look at the damage to make sure that there isn’t any other underlying damage that needs to be fixed.
The most common type of repair for siding damages is to replace the building paper or flashing around the damaged area. If you can’t see any damage underneath the building paper or flash, you can just purchase new building paper or flashing to repair the damage. Make sure that the material you choose is designed to handle moisture and doesn’t need to be painted. Your siding contractor can recommend the right building paper or flash for your particular situation. It’s also a good idea to talk to other people who have had experience with this specific repair before you make a final decision.
If your siding has been damaged by hail or water, you might be able to repair the siding yourself. If it’s a small repair, such as replacing a patch of siding that has been broken off by hail, all you’ll need is some nails, caulking, and caulk and you’ll be on your way. However, if it’s a more extensive repair job, such as replacing entire sections of vinyl siding or repairing a roof that was severely damaged by a hurricane, it’s wise to contact a professional Siding Repair. This will save you money as well as time in the long run.
For small repairs, such as patching up holes in vinyl siding repair, you can use either sandpaper or an edger to scrape off the excess siding from around the hole. Then, using a nail gun or wood glue, you can apply new siding over the spot where the hole was. Be sure to use nails that match the diameter of the original hole so that they don’t break through the wood when you tighten the new piece down. Just be sure that you use high-quality wood glue or nail gun oil to ensure that the siding that you are replacing adheres properly to the surrounding area. You may want to consult a professional in this matter if you are unsure how to go about this repair.
Some homeowners choose to repair their own damaged vinyl pieces instead of buying replacement vinyl. For this repair, you’ll need a set of quality nails, a hammer, tape measure and level, and tape dispenser. To begin this repair, take out the broken section of vinyl that has the holes. Nail the damaged piece to the floor using nails that match the size of the original holes. Leave the nails in place for at least six inches to give the area time to set and dry.
After the nails have dried, you can paint the area with primer and then finally caulk the entire broken area of vinyl with a thick coat of wood putty. This caulk helps protect the repaired area from further damage and water damage and it keeps out the moisture that is found in most bathrooms and kitchens. If you are confident about your ability to repair the problem yourself, consider hiring a professional siding contractor who can save you money in the long run because he typically deals with larger jobs.