Cedar Shingle Siding Repair

The easiest way to repair a damaged cedar impressions panel is to use a shingle repair kit.

Cedar shingle siding repair. Roof or second story shingle repair may require a ladder. Whether they re on your roof or wall your shingles may develop mildew or algae and will most certainly weather to a silver grey appearance after years of exposure. If the siding of your home happens to be made of this material and you live near a wooded area. In this video this old house general contractor tom silva explains how to repair shingle siding.

You can order the repair kit product code 57994 from your distributor. When it comes to preferred wood to peck woodpeckers love soft siding material such as cedar. 1 make a story pole from a straight 1x3. Coating the cedar shingles with a water resistant product helps to preserve the wood against moisture damage.

You will also need a hammer utility knife chisel and wonder bar or. Cedar maintenance you don t have to do much to cedar shingle siding if you prefer its weathered gray look other than clean and coat it with a clear water resistant preservative and inspect it for rot and damage periodically. Repairing minor defects in cedar siding step 1 use a putty knife to apply exterior wood putty to smaller cracks or holes in siding. How to repair woodpecker holes in cedar siding.

Step 1 remove the old shingles. Broken or rotten shingles should be repaired to keep a home protected against the elements. 2 use pitchfork to remove all damaged shingles from house. Repairing cedar shingle siding can be a real pain.

If any part seems damaged then use the crow bar to pry off the pieces which have been damaged. 3 peel off any paper or housewrap. Work the putty down into the holes and smear the putty over the top and edges of the defect. Inspect the condition of sheathing.

Cleaning away the age is the first step in caring for cedar shingles. Get up close to the shingles and look at the siding. The cedar bureau recommends using a solution of 1 part bleach to 3 parts water. Replacing a damaged cedar impressions panel with the repair kit cam clips and snap rivets are included in the kit.