Repairing Vinyl Soffit

The vinyl siding zip tool will save you loads of time.

Repairing vinyl soffit.

This week we would like to show you how to install soffit products as well as fascia trim products. The first thing you will want to do is to see if the fascia needs replacing as well. Use a zip tool image 1 to unlock the siding from the surrounding pieces image 2. It ll better match the house than brand new siding.

Removing vinyl soffits for replacement or repairs requires a helper to hold the ladder while you work. If you believe it s time to do some replacing look no further than below for your answers. In this video this old house general contractor tom silva explains how to repair vinyl siding. Even if you find an exact replacement the siding on your walls may have faded meaning that the new pieces will be noticeably darker.

The vinyl soffit uses no fasteners. Cut piece of faded siding from an inconspicuous spot to replace the damaged section. Builders license training institute instructor rodger peck will show you techniques for a temporary soffit repair. Step 1 use zip tool to unlock siding.

Instead the soffit fits in between two channels like a puzzle piece. Replacing vinyl soffit is a simple task and a great do it yourself project. Professionally installing or repairing fascia and soffits usually runs from 6 to 20 per linear foot depending on the type of material used and the complexities of the installation. Then install the recently bought piece at the less visible location.

15 minute vinyl siding repair with a zip tool. Use framing square and utility knife to cut through face of siding. Welcome youtube family to another how to diy video. Start at the bottom of the piece that is being replaced and insert a.

Vinyl soffits are the portion under the roof eaves between the wall of your home and the edge of the roof. Starting at one end of the damaged piece push the end of the zip siding removal tool up under the siding until you feel it hook the bottom lip. For more information on our full line of b. Vinyl siding maintenance repairing siding vinyl exterior outdoor spaces.