How To Repair Hole In Siding

Fortunately you can repair most small holes and punctures without a professional s help.

How to repair hole in siding.

Vinyl siding is susceptible to holes and cracks because there s a small but hollow space between the siding and the home s sheathing. Use siding cleaner to clean the area around the hole. Overfill the hole slightly then use your caulk trimmer to scrape off the excess caulk. Squirt a generous dollop of exterior caulking that matches the color of the siding into the hole.

A siding zip tool pops the piece off from the bottom edge. Allow it to completely dry then use a razor scraper to cut the excess caulk flush with the outside of the siding. Cover the hole from the back side with foil tape then put the siding back where it belongs. A hole or tear in your siding requires a little more effort to repair.

Holes an inch or two across or long narrow holes that still appear patchable require removing the damaged piece of vinyl to fix it. Use your utility knife or shears to cut a scrap piece of siding several inches longer than. Next time you get a siding installation or repair ask your pro about contoured progressive foam insulation which fills in that gap by conforming to the style of the panels and provides.