Place the straight slots of a cat s paw tool to the head of each siding nail.
How to replace a section of wood siding.
Standing at one end of the damaged section of siding hammer a wood wedge under the course of siding directly above the damaged section.
Stagger butt joints if you re replacing multiple courses.
How to remove and replace wood siding.
Cut through the nails that are holding the old siding in place.
This essential for protecting not just the wood siding but also the building materials and structural elements behind the siding.
How to remove a damaged section of exterior wood siding.
Decide which boards need replacing and where to make your cuts.
Finish the cut with a sharp utility knife.
An oscillating tool with a.
Cut existing siding nails.
Cut and prime.
When crosscutting the existing siding be sure to stagger the end joints so they aren t aligned.