Install Windows Or Replace Siding

Get professional looking watertight results with these residing techniques.

Install windows or replace siding.

You ll need a zip tool to remove siding. If you re thinking about replacing worn out windows and siding but can t afford to have everything done at once you may be wondering if it s better to get your windows replaced first or your siding. The answer in short is a resounding yes replacing your windows and siding concurrently allows your contractor to precisely set the capping around the window before they put the siding in place. Working with vinyl siding.

You ll need specialty tools like this zip tool to work with installing vinyl siding. The reason being is that it gives the contractors time. Installing the windows first allows the contractor to set them into place and then precisely finish off all the capping surrounding the windows before adding the siding. By installing the siding second you can ensure that your siding looks fresh and neat.

Northguard windows and doors a specialist in vaughan window replacement says the windows would come first in this scenario. If you are able to you may want to save more money for longer and complete these two projects together. Completing these renovations simultaneously allows the contractor to do the work without having to worry about taking down and reinstalling new siding to install the windows or vice versa. Window capping is a protective covering usually aluminum that is often added to exposed exterior frames during the installation.

Capping a window correctly is important as this aluminum or vinyl framing helps direct water away from the frame and the interior of your walls. For new construction windows shim the new window to sit flush with the old siding then install jamb extensions on the interior for a professional look. I am installing windows and siding which one comes first. When it s time to replace old windows in your current space or install new windows in a new home simple steps and a few precautions will help you get the job done.

This guide will cover all the steps involved in window replacement including how to measure remove and ultimately how to install windows. If you install siding first and then install windows you may run the risk in scratching or damaging the siding when removing or installing the new windows. Slide the zip tool under the butt edge.