How To Shingle Siding A House

Tom silva shows the apprentices how to properly install wood shingles.

How to shingle siding a house.

Thisoldhouse asktoh subscribe to this old house. The cost to replace siding adds 1 000 to 3 000 for removing the old siding. But in most cases you re better off removing old siding prior to installing new wood siding. Doing it properly will keep you without problems for 20 or 40 years.

For example it s possible to install wood shingle siding over older clapboard siding. For curb appeal that will make your house stand out in the neighborhood consider installing shingle siding. See below for a shopping list tools and steps subscr. Before installing new siding you ll want to replace any damaged trim or flashing around window and door openings and also repair or add house wrap to improve.

Installing them is more labor intensive than installing some other types of siding but it isn t as challenging as may appear. Mark locations of shingle courses on pole. Although cedar shingles take more time to install than most other types of siding they lend a rich textured look to your exterior. Cedar shingles are treated with a fire retardant that makes them as safe to use as any other type of siding material.

If you want to shingle the side of your house here is a good tip on how to keep each course perfectly straight. Keeping a solid roofing layer of shingles is an important way to avoid water damage and leaks. Selecting the right siding color can be a natural way to help keep your house cooler and more comfortable. For example if you have a darker roof paired with a darker siding color house your house could actually be absorbing 70 90 of the radiant energy from the sun.

If you re thinking of installing shingle siding it s important to note that this option can be used only if the sheathing is boards plywood or osb. 2 use pitchfork to remove all damaged shingles from house. Shingles protect sloping rooftops from the effects of rain snow and hail while providing an attractive crown for the house. In this video this old house general contractor tom silva explains how to repair shingle siding.

Inspect the condition of sheathing. This could explain why houses are often light colored. The cell structure also creates a cushion of air inside each shingle that helps to insulate your house. House siding costs 4 300 to 15 800 on average or between 3 to 11 per square foot depending on the home s size and materials used.

Ask this old house general contractor tom silva reveals the best ways to secure shingles to a roof.