How To Re Nail Vinyl Siding

Even the smallest parts like nails and screws make a difference.

How to re nail vinyl siding.

Notch in the back of each end and install. By this we mean applying a little upward pressure to keep the vinyl siding panels locked in tight. Drive nails straight and level to prevent distortion and buckling of panel. Notch in the bottom of side j channels and bend tab.

Remove all protrusions such as gutters down spouts and light fixtures. To avoid structural or aesthetic problems associated with temperature fluctuation take the following steps. Vinyl siding must be attached loosely center nails in slots to permit expansion and contraction of the siding. Vinyl siding is installed from the bottom up.

The uppermost layer may be behind a soffit or inside a j channel once you get at the top row of nails carefully use a hammer to pull them and work your way down. Start nailing vertical siding and trim pieces in the top of the uppermost slots to hold them in position. Have the necessary tools for this diy project lined up before you start you ll save time and frustration. Be careful not to overdo it as too much pressure can cause the nailing flange to break.

Vinyl siding contracts and expands as the outside temperature changes. Cut out a 3 4 in. Miter bottom side j to give a false mitered appearance when installed. One quick tip that can make your life easier though would be pulling up a bit while nailing each piece.

Each panel has a row of slotted holes at the top. Renail right next to the old nail leaving at least a 1 16 in. Install bottom j channel to extend past side casing the width of the j face on each end. Required tools for this project.

Diy how to fix loose vinyl siding with a malco sideswiper siding tool. Gap between the nailhead and the vinyl to allow easy movement. Do not install vinyl siding over rotting wood. But the type of nails you use and your nailing technique is extra important when you install vinyl siding on your home.

Vinyl is a plastic product so it s a little bit more malleable than aluminum or wood particularly when the sun is shining overhead. Nail down loose boards of existing siding and replace any rotten ones fig. Nails are spaced every 16 18 inches. Find the tight nails and cut them photo 4.

Scrape off loose caulk and re caulk around windows doors and other areas to protect from moisture penetration.