Replacing Siding On Old House

Tap flat bar under siding to loosen nails.

Replacing siding on old house.

When vinyl siding is first installed it is nailed through a nailing strip. Easy instructions on replacing your rotten siding. In this video this old house general contractor tom silva explains how to repair clapboards. House siding costs 4 300 to 15 800 on average or between 3 to 11 per square foot depending on the home s size and materials used.

But in most cases you re better off removing old siding prior to installing new wood siding. The cost to replace siding adds 1 000 to 3 000 for removing the old siding. Use framing square and utility knife to cut through face of siding. Secure old siding by driving ring shank nails down at an angle through the old nail holes.

Things to consider when replacing siding on your house july 5th 2012 by. Specifically he shows every step in how to remove old. Remove any old nails paint and caulk from around the siding. Cut piece of faded siding from an inconspicuous spot to replace the damaged section.

It ll better match the house than brand new siding. The bottom of the next course is locked into the nailing strip of the course below. Before installing new siding you ll want to replace any damaged trim or flashing around window and door openings and also repair or add house wrap to improve your home s resistance to air infiltration and moisture damage. Pull loose nails from clapboard siding.

If you need to buy new siding take the old piece with you to the hardware store to make sure you buy matching replacement siding. In this video this old house general contractor tom silva explains how to repair vinyl siding. Unlike a fresh paint job or decorating scheme new siding is something you ll likely commit to for many years. Work your hand into a seam between pieces then release the siding from the nailing strip.

Purchasing new siding for your home is a decision with major significance both aesthetically and functionally. Use the old piece of siding to measure the new piece and use a circular saw to cut new siding to fit the gap.