How To Fix Loose Siding On House

This section will explain how to patch a small area of vinyl siding and replace a panel section altogether.

How to fix loose siding on house.

At the same time use your hand to push the panel onto the upper locking edge of the panel beneath it. Nails should be loose to allow the siding to expand and contract in different temperatures. Once you locate all areas of looseness begin snapping the loose edge back into place against the locking ridge. Purchase a siding removal tool.

Slip the notch of the siding removal tool into the ridge at bottom of the vinyl panel. Pull the panel toward you. Pull the siding unlock tool down and it should bring the bottom of the siding panel come out. The loose siding panels need to be removed by using the siding unlock tool.

To repair you will need a siding removal tool that you can find at most home centers for about 5. Use it to grab the locking edge of the loose panel and pull downward. Locate the loose panel. Prime the back and edges of the new siding.

The heads will break the paper face allowing water to soak in and deteriorate the siding. This will cause the loose panel to spring out. This process lets you find the full extent of the disconnection between pieces. First remove the corner piece then slide the zip tool under the siding and loosen it up.

You may want to wait for a warm day when the siding will be softer and more pliable. Do not drive the nails flush or countersink them. To fix this mistake you may need to reinstall the siding. Gently pull with the tool as you move along the loose piece.

Thoroughly paint all exposed edges and grooves. Be careful because older siding can become brittle. The hook on the tool grabs the locking edge at the bottom of each panel. How to repair loose vinyl siding step 1.

Fit the siding removal tool underneath the lower edge of the loose siding piece. How to fix a loose hardiplank board step 1. These hooks can be found in most home improvement or hardware stores. Slide a paint scraper against the surface of the loose boards in a back and forth motion while applying slight.