How To Patch Woodpecker Holes In Siding

Use this wood filler around the edges of both the patch and hole and fit the patch into place.

How to patch woodpecker holes in siding.

Use a putty knife to force the filler inside the hole making sure to fill in the hole and to completely cover the opening. Epoxy putty is a commonly recommended wood filler for use in repairing woodpecker damage. We want the patch to be slightly smaller than the hole cut in the siding so that we can fit it in place. Feather the paint out for a seamless finish.

Scrape away any excess with the putty knife when you re done and allow it to air dry. We recommend starting with plugging up the holes in siding holes roof shingles and trees. Step 3 scrape away the excess putty and discard before the substance dries. Use the putty knife to scrape away the excess then.

Disclaimer our videos are for entertainment purposes only. It is recommended that you seek adv. Fill the siding holes with wood filler. 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.

Smear a generous layer of the epoxy putty over the holes. Allow at least 1 hour of drying time. This is how i fixed a woodpecker hole in the side of my house. Sand down any excess wood filler and paint the patch.

Use a putty knife to apply the putty liberally across the holes so it sinks in. 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.