Patch Shingle Siding

Remove the nails on the lap board then use the claw of the hammer to split the board down the center image 1.

Patch shingle siding. 4 on tongue and groove siding or other interlocking types make another cut lengthwise across the damaged area so you can easily split the piece in half. In this video this old house general contractor tom silva explains how to repair shingle siding. Repair the siding remove the nails in the corner cap. A new generation of wood fillers hardeners and epoxies fill holes and firm up soft spots so they are as strong as the original wood.

Holes dents and other damage to siding can usually be fixed quickly and inexpensively. Use a pry bar to lift the siding board to expose the nail shafts. 2 use pitchfork to remove all damaged shingles from house. 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.

1 make a story pole from a straight 1x3. Score down the damaged lap siding with a utility knife. Stay up to date on crime and safety with the neighbors app by ring. 6 cut a replacement piece to fit exactly.

Repeat the procedure for the top of the damaged siding. Roofing siding carpentry help wanted. Step 2 pull the nails with a slater s ripper or cut them with a hacksaw blade saw. Find out what s happening in your community on the patch app.

A slater s ripper is a specialized tool you can slide under the siding and use to hook and pull the nails out. These small repairs can add years to the life of the siding. Mark locations of shingle courses on pole.