How Replace Vinyl Siding

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

How replace vinyl siding.

We ll give you tips on preparing your home cutting vinyl siding and installing the siding panels. The downside of replacing older vinyl siding is that it can be hard to match the style and color and siding rarely has any identifying marks. Vinyl siding installation is designed to hang loosely on the sheathing so that it can expand and contract with temperature changes. Work your hand into a seam between pieces then release the siding from the nailing strip.

It ll better match the house than brand new siding. Vinyl siding costs on average 6 800 for a 2 200 square foot home. When vinyl siding is first installed it is nailed through a nailing strip. Remove any siding or exterior finish that isn t compatible with vinyl siding and make sure the walls are sheathed with a substrate to receive the siding.

To prevent the relatively thin panels from buckling observe these fitting and nailing rules. Your total cost determination starts with your choice of siding. 1 2 inch 1 3 cm plywood or osb are common substrates and these are generally covered with roofing felt or another moisture barrier prior to siding the walls. The bottom of the next course is locked into the nailing strip of the course below.

Vinyl comes in a variety of grains thickness and colors making it also a practical choice for many homeowners. Whether you re replacing vinyl siding or installing it for the first time we ll show you how to get the job done. When replacing siding try to purchase a piece from the same manufacturer in the same color. Gap at all ends.

The best way to get a replacement piece is to take the broken piece to vinyl siding distributors in your area and find the closest match. Use framing square and utility knife to cut through face of siding. Pull siding away from house and cut through the bottom edge with aviation snips.