How To Repair Wood Shingle Siding
Make the first cut with a circular saw.
How to repair wood shingle siding. Stagger butt joints if you re replacing multiple courses. 2 use pitchfork to remove all damaged shingles from house. Inspect the condition of sheathing. 1 make a story pole from a straight 1x3.
Repair or replace damaged wood board siding 1 pry out the nails holding the damaged piece using a prybar or nail puller. 3 peel off any paper or housewrap. In this video this old house general contractor tom silva explains how to repair shingle siding. Finish the cut with a sharp utility knife.
How to repair wood siding. Mark locations of shingle courses on pole. Decide which boards need replacing and where to make your cuts.