How To Repair Holes Or Cracks In Vinyl Siding

Squirt the caulk into the hole so it fills the area behind the siding until it sticks out just a little from the front of the hole.

How to repair holes or cracks in vinyl siding.

Vinyl siding is susceptible to holes and cracks because there s a small but hollow space between the siding and the home s sheathing. Another option is to use the zip tool to remove the damaged piece of vinyl siding and replace it with a new piece. For larger dents cracks or holes start by cutting out the damaged segment of siding and removing it with a zip tool. Fill in the hole with a tinted caulk that matches your siding or opt for a paintable version.

Cut the nozzle tip on a tube of color matched vinyl. Use a utility knife to cut the nailing strip off the top of a piece of matching siding that s larger than the hole or crack then attach it on top of the damaged piece with construction adhesive. Repairing large holes or cracks. You can mend small holes such as nail holes with exterior caulk designed to stick to vinyl.

Clean the siding around the hole with vinyl siding cleaner or mild dish detergent and water and a soft sponge.