Using a standard sized roller instead of a short roller speeds the process of applying the sealer.
How to seal siding from water.
Lp recommends applying primer the foundation of the house before painting the siding to prevent moisture from wicking into the siding.
The temperature should be be no colder.
Choose a calm temperate day to seal wood.
After the paint dries apply caulk and then paint the rest of the siding.
Check to be sure weep holes are open along bottom of window openings.
Stack your new siding on top of some scrap wood on a level place in the yard.
Set up your saw horses about 6 feet apart in a shady area.
Cover it with a tarp to keep it from sustaining sun or water.
If you prefer to caulk before painting you should still paint the cut ends first.
Lay the siding out on sawhorses or on a horizontal surface to make applying the sealer easier.
Inspect the area above the leak including both indoors and out.