How To Repair Holes Or Cracks In Vinyl Siding

Cut the nozzle tip on a tube of color matched vinyl.

How to repair holes or cracks in vinyl siding.

Next time you get a siding installation or repair ask your pro about contoured progressive foam insulation which fills in that gap by conforming to the style of the panels and provides support for your vinyl siding. To repair vinyl siding fill in minor imperfections with caulk and then paint it to match the rest of the siding once it cures. 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.

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. Vinyl siding is susceptible to holes and cracks because there s a small but hollow space between the siding and the home s sheathing. Repairing large holes or cracks. Clean the siding around the hole with vinyl siding cleaner or mild dish detergent and water and a soft sponge.

Fill in the hole with a tinted caulk that matches your siding or opt for a paintable version.