Inspect the sidewall around and underneath the fascia and inside the house for signs of moisture damage and repair any rotted areas.
Flashing siding installation.
Step 1 complete the installation of the first horizontal row of t1 11 siding following standard construction practices.
For example if the corners are nailed it will be difficult.
As to how easily they can be retrofitted with flashings varies from house to house and how the siding was installed.
In certain instances flashing may need to be installed on the exterior of siding.
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As part of the t1 11 installation wherever a wall height requires more than a full sheet of siding a z shaped metal flashing is added at all horizontal seams to ensure a proper seal against rain or moisture.
Flashing is crucial to a house s weather resistance and long term durability.
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It is always recommended to install step flashing behind stucco dryvit wood panel lap siding vinyl siding cedar shingle siding etc.
Leave a 1 4 inch gap between the step flashing and wood siding or cement board.
Nail j channel for vinyl or metal siding onto the flashing.
Helping to direct water down and away from your home this waterproofing technique is especially important to use on roofs and around windows and doors.
Add felt if needed before nailing the new wood on and prime the new wood on all four sides before installing it.
Flashing refers to thin sheets of material installed around a home s exterior to prevent water from seeping inside.
Gap at all ends.
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To prevent the relatively thin panels from buckling observe these fitting and nailing rules.
Install the kickout flashing underneath the first shingle photo 1.
As a homeowner you will work with a contractor who will facilitate the installation of your james hardie siding trim soffit wrap and flashing products including products with colorplus technology.
Install siding on the walls down to the flashing.
However in most instances step flashing should be installed behind siding.
I would ask the siding mfg what they recommend and have repairs done by a qualified cement board siding installation contractor.
