How To Install Vinyl Siding Around Old Windows

Then slide the tool horizontally along the lock to release it.

How to install vinyl siding around old windows.

Scrape away old caulking around windows and doors. Remove the old top sash. The build up of old caulking interferes with the positioning of new trim for the siding. Window sill extension may be cut off so new trim can be installed flush with the window casing.

Slide the zip tool under the butt edge of the siding hook the locking edge and pull down. After removing the old panels you want to run a heavy bead of caulk on the face of the old aluminum frame that you left in place. Then you and a helper set the bottom of the vinyl window onto the old aluminum bottom track and raise it into position. Remove the sash cord pulleys and stuff the weight pockets with fiberglass insulation.

Always refer to the installation guide on the particular vinyl siding that you re installing but most vinyl siding panels should overlap each other by at least an inch. Draw a line on the wall along the top of each siding course before you pull the nails. Don t predrill any holes in the bottom track. Either remove the sash liners and springs or open the sash pockets and pull out the weights.

Mark the siding at 1 4 inch past the edge of each. Window sill extension may be cut off so new trim can be installed flush with the window casing. Remove downspouts lighting fixtures and mouldings where they will interfere with the siding installation. Scrape away old caulking around windows and doors.

Lift the unlocked siding to expose the nailing hem of the siding piece below. The build up of old caulking interferes with the positioning of new trim for the siding. On hot days because the siding will contract when the temperature drops.