How To Remove Cedar Shingles Siding

If any part seems damaged then use the crow bar to pry off the pieces which have been damaged.

How to remove cedar shingles siding.

Mark locations of shingle courses on pole. With shingles you must first take care of the overlapping shingles. Despite this cedar shingles still need to be regularly cleaned to maintain their appearance and effectiveness. The good news about cedar shingle siding is its ability to resist rot and pests better than other woods but as a soft wood it mars easily.

Here i demonstrate how to easily remove wood cedar shingles using a pair of pliers and a hammer. Get up close to the shingles and look at the siding. When the wood goes through a series of wet dry periods the paint and finish are stressed and the paint can crack. But a little maintenance can keep them looking great and extend their life even further.

Before you give in and paint your shingles realize that cedar shingles can last decades with virtually no maintenance. 2 use pitchfork to remove all damaged shingles from house. Cracked or peeling paint can occur on cedar siding for a number of reasons according to william feist of the western red cedar lumber association. In this video this old house general contractor tom silva explains how to repair shingle siding.

Ultimately by taking steps to remove growth on your shingles washing them and doing some work to prevent deterioration in the future you ll be better able to keep your cedar shingles clean. 1 make a story pole from a straight 1x3. When left to its own devices cedar weathers well to a silvery gray a common siding material used for beach homes and mountain cabins. Single out the individual piece of cedar you need to remove.

Step 1 clean. Step 1 remove the old shingles.