Replacing Siding Trim

Consider replacing rotted areas with fiber cement siding.

Replacing siding trim. How to repair the corner trim on vinyl siding 1. 4 measure for replacement trim piece 5 cut. Repair trim rot skirt board and corner board 1 mark new cut lines around trim rot with a combination square or speed square and pencil. Cut off the nail flanges on both sides of the.

The average cost to replace siding on your home is 5 000 to 12 000 because of adding in the expense of 1 000 to 3 000 for removal and disposal of the old siding. In some urban areas with a high cost of living expect wages to reflect a slightly higher labor cost. You ll use basic tools to wiggle the rotted shingle out reassemble the pieces and use the old shingle as a guide for the new one. Trim a replacement piece of siding to the same length as the damaged piece.

On average you ll pay 1 to 3 per square foot on labor. 2 cut through marked lines with oscillating multi tool. Add at least 4 inches to that amount. Then you can fill in the nail holes with putty and paint the trim to make it look perfect around your window.

Installing the new trim is as simple as nailing it onto your house and sealing the edges with caulk. Thinner than most hardboard but it works in many cases has a comparable cost is highly rot resistant and carries a 50 year warranty. Cut a piece of corner trim to the length you measured in the previous step with a pair of tin snips. With accessibility issues and homes taller than one story you might pay 4 per square foot or more.

This cost will vary depending on the size of the home the type of siding used and how much labor costs are plus the additional cost factors mentioned above. To begin replacing the trim carefully pull the old trim off and use it as a guide to cut the new trim to size. 3 remove trim rot pieces with hammer and five in one. A light sanding with 220 grit paper readies the plinth for a coat of acrylic based primer and two coats of acrylic paint.

Measure the length of the damaged area on the corner trim. If your siding is in need of repair this section will show you how to remove damaged shingles and attach new ones.