How To Patch Woodpecker Holes In Siding
Fill the siding holes with wood filler.
How to patch woodpecker holes in siding. Step 3 scrape away the excess putty and discard before the substance dries. We want the patch to be slightly smaller than the hole cut in the siding so that we can fit it in place. Use this wood filler around the edges of both the patch and hole and fit the patch into place. This is how i fixed a woodpecker hole in the side of my house.
Insert the shim edgewise into the hole. To hold the shim in place for drying hang the hammer from the nail by its claw so that the weight of the hammer is gently pulling the shim tight against the hole. On a warm day mix the two materials with a putty knife then spread the mix over holes in the siding until the opening is completely covered. Use a putty knife to force the filler inside the hole making sure to fill in the hole and to completely cover the opening.
If you have been struggling with woodpeckers previously and now want to prevent them from coming back you should focus on repairing the damage they have left. Epoxy putty is a commonly recommended wood filler for use in repairing woodpecker damage. We recommend starting with plugging up the holes in siding holes roof shingles and trees. Use a putty knife to apply the putty liberally across the holes so it sinks in.
Feather the paint out for a seamless finish. Disclaimer our videos are for entertainment purposes only. Allow at least 1 hour of drying time. Use the putty knife to scrape away the excess then.
Sand down any excess wood filler and paint the patch. Smear a generous layer of the epoxy putty over the holes.