How to replace wood siding
Step 1
Slide a wooden shim under the piece above the one to be replaced, and tap it in with a hammer. This will hold the covering board up and keep it out of the way.
Step 2
Pry out any nails you can see that are holding the board in place.
Step 3
Slip a couple of wedges under the damaged board if you need to access hidden nails.
Step 4
Use a mini hacksaw to cut the nails flush with the wall or wood beneath the board.
Step 5
Pull the damaged board out.
Step 6
Cut a new board to replace the old one.
Step 7
Treat the wood with a preservative and let it dry.
Step 8
Use a block of wood between the hammer and the new board when you tap it into place.
Step 9
Drive a rustproof nail at the top and bottom of each end.
Step 10
Apply a bead of caulk to the exposed seams around the board.
Step 11
Pull out the shims and make sure the nails in the boards above the replacement are tightly seated.
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