How To Replace Cedar Shake Siding

The usefulness of cedar for exterior applications such as siding and fencing is due to its exceptional weather resistance but over time even cedar siding can be damaged from exposure to moisture and ultraviolet uv rays.

How to replace cedar shake siding.

No matter you are staining or painting weathered cedar siding if you do the following steps in the proper order you will maximize your results. Scrutinize the siding and look for shakes that have come slack from the nails or ones that have cracked and split down the focal point. These are the shingles that you will eliminate and replace with a new shingle. Moreover insects and birds can bore holes and moisture can cause boards to warp and crack.

In some cases a cedar shake may bend outwards or inwards. To replicate the look of cedar shake cut a 2 piece of fiber cement board that will go right above the drip cap then a larger piece on top of that and finally the shingle panels. Wear comfortable work clothes and rubber. Step 1 inspect the siding.

Remember to start on a day when no precipitation is predicted over the next several days if possible.