How To Repair Aluminum Siding

Repairing loose siding panels for example is simply a matter of using a siding unlock tool but more complex projects such as replacing damaged or missing panels will involve many more tools including a circular saw.

How to repair aluminum siding. Cut the replacement patch. Mix the two components together thoroughly then push the putty into the hole with your fingertip. Work fast because this stuff sets up quick. Also know that aluminum siding can and should be painted.

The hook simply needs to be placed under the edge of aluminum siding and then used to lift it out. Scrape any flaking paint and sand smooth. The loose siding panels need to be removed by using the siding unlock tool. Install your starter strip drip edge at the bottom of the wall and allow it to extend past the area where the foundation meets the sill plate by at least an inch.

Draw a square around the damaged siding. Bend the square down and then cut across the bottom. Wipe off the sanding dust with a rag wipe the siding again with a damp sponge to pick up finer particles and dry the siding with a clean rag. With a utility knife cut the top and side edges.

Don your latex gloves again then pull off a small chunk of aluminum repair epoxy from the tube. Your first piece will lock into the starter strip at its bottom edge the top of the first piece has a nailing band that should be held down with aluminum roofing siding nails. This will cause the loose panel to spring out. Pull the siding unlock tool down and it should bring the bottom of the siding panel come out.

The tools required for aluminum siding repair will depend mainly on the type of project you are doing. Apply an alcohol base primer or an oil base primer that has been thinned with 2 cups of thinner per gallon of primer. Wear gloves to protect yourself from sharp edges on the aluminum. 3 shake a spray can of corrosion inhibiting paint.