Replacing Rotten Wood Siding

Thoroughly paint all exposed edges and grooves.

Replacing rotten wood siding.

The process of replacing rotten wood siding isn t difficult. Gap at corner and butt joints. The steps involve cutting away the rotten siding clearing out the old nails cutting the new siding to the appropriate length and fastening the siding as well as caulking it to make the siding watertight. Use outdoor caulk to close all the seams around the replacement siding.

Even the most well kept wood siding is susceptible to moisture and damage which will lead to rotted wood. Remember to use your finger to coax the caulk into the seams. Make your repair last prime the back and edges of the new siding. Add felt if needed before nailing the new wood on and prime the new wood on all four sides before installing it.

To ensure water can t get in to rot the siding again you have to seal it. Check the wood members in a basement or crawl. Depending on the level of rot you may have to replace rotted wood before you can install vinyl siding. Find out if you have to replace rotted wood before you install vinyl siding with help from a.

If the shingle already has flashing on it the kickout flashing has to slip beneath it and you ll have to loosen or remove siding to do this. The heads will break the paper face allowing water to soak in and. Install the kickout flashing underneath the first shingle photo 1. If you find a small portion of rotting wood you can prevent it from affecting the entire wood siding.

Do not drive the nails flush or countersink them. Using a strong flashlight check the attic for discolored wood. Advertisement if your home has wood siding examine the siding around and beneath the windows for signs of swelling or discoloration.