How To Repair Galvanized Siding

Drive new nails into the center of the slots on the siding nail hem.

How to repair galvanized siding.

Repair of damaged hot dip galvanized coatings this method is not for field application and cannot be used in the field. In this video this old house general contractor tom silva explains how to repair shingle siding. Score down the damaged lap siding with a utility knife. The heads will break the paper face allowing water to soak in and deteriorate the siding.

Mark locations of shingle courses on pole. Prime the back and edges of the new siding. Galvanized hot dipped zinc coated and aluminum nails are all appropriate. Use a circular saw to cut the board to length and fasten it in place with nails.

Snap the bottom edge of the piece of siding into top locking ridge over the nail hem. 2 use pitchfork to remove all damaged shingles from house. Gap at corner and butt joints. 1 make a story pole from a straight 1x3.

Must contact a metalizing shop. Besides prying out the rotten wood you may need to cut adjacent boards back a stud or two in either direction. Once all the nails are removed from the adjoining board the damaged one should just pull out. Remove the nails on the lap board then use the claw of the hammer to split the board down the center image 1.

Thoroughly paint all exposed edges and grooves. To protect the integrity of the item repair galvanized metal rust as soon as it is noticed. Purchase galvanized steel or aluminum roofing nails with a head at least 3 8 inch in size. Examine the area for stubborn rust stains.

Make your repair last. Caulk any nailheads that break the paper face. Step 1 apply vinegar to the rust. Do not drive the nails flush or countersink them.

When you re ready to install the new material create a gauge block to help ensure that the reveal of. The length of nail you use will depend on the thickness of the siding. Remove the nails in the corner cap. Always use corrosion resistant nails when working with cedar wood.

Pour some vinegar on a wire brush then scrub the rusted area thoroughly. Prime the new wood you ll be using for the repair on the front back and end grain.