How To Start Vinyl Siding

Not just another vinyl siding installation video.

How to start vinyl siding. This chalk line should be level and a consistent distance from the eaves or the top and bottom of the windows. Vinyl siding is tough durable and maintenance free. Get started installing vinyl siding with this video that covers wall preparation fasteners fastening techniques tools chalk lines corner posts and start. This is where the new siding will begin.

Refer to important notes for more information on water resistive barriers. Install flashing before starting to apply the siding. Think about why you want to install vinyl siding. A flat level wall surface is necessary for proper installation of vinyl siding.

Unless already installed a water resistive barrier should be applied to the house prior to installing vinyl siding. 13 simple vinyl siding installation tips use the wider starter strip. Snap a level chalk line for the first starter strip at the base of the wall no less than 8 inches above ground level after determining the lowest corner of the house. It needs nothing more than a rinse from a hose to.

Vinyl siding is a good option for homeowners who like the look of. Consult your local building code for requirements in your geographic area. This is our most comprehensive. Push one end of longer pieces into the trim then bow the siding slightly and guide the other end into the trim.

Soffit and fascia starting with the soffit nail lengths of j channel against the inner edge of the fascia board. The bottom of the starter strip the part the bottom panel hooks on to should be at least. Mice bees and all sorts of other critters love making their home inside vinyl corner posts. Gather your tools and.

There are certain materials that you can leave on the house if it s in good shape. Soffit and fascia if the soffit on your home wraps around a corner as with a hip roof you ll need to make some. Pull up as. Consider hiring a contractor.

Installing vinyl siding in these 23 steps step 1. We cover how to move doors and windows and create a weather proof exterior. Work the piece into the lock down its length. Cap the corner posts.

Maneuvering long pieces of vinyl into place can be tricky. Preparation and planning 1. Tips on installing vinyl siding maintenance free.