Project details
Skill
1 out of 5Easysetting up the extension ladder is the hardest part
Cost
$4 to $8 per tube of silicone sealant
Estimated Time
About 1 hour
Tools & Materials
Extension ladder
Caulk gun
In this video, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows how to prevent water from leaking in behind vinyl siding.
Steps:
1. Inspect the area above the leak, including both indoors and out.
2. Check to be sure weep holes are open along bottom of window openings.
3. Use a caulking gun to apply a continuous bead of silicone sealant along the vertical seams between the vinyl J-channels and the exterior window casings.