Repairing Vinyl Siding
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Introduction
Replacing a damaged section of vinyl siding isn't difficult, but you'll need a special "zip" tool available from sellers of siding.
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Vinyl siding requires little
maintenance, but can be damaged
if abused.
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1. Remove damaged siding
Remove strip by inserting zip tool under lip above, pulling down, and sliding. Pull nails with a pry bar.
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2. Fasten new strip
Fasten the new strip by nailing through the centers of the nail slots. Do not drive the nails tightly.
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3. Relock new strip
Relock the new strip by pulling down and sliding the zip tool while pressing in on the bottom edge.
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