How to repair shingle siding with a circular saw?

2 Use a square to mark a straight, square line for cutting across the board on each side of the damaged area. 3 Set the blade depth on a circular saw so that it will cut almost—but not quite—through the siding. Carefully hold back the blade guard, and make a “plunge cut” just to the waste side of each cutting line.

What should I do if my shingle siding is warped?

But chances are good that you’ll need to slightly shorten the warped board, and then refasten it. 1 If the siding boards seem to be jammed together at the ends, pry out the nails from the warped area, and continue pulling nails (or you can cut them with a hacksaw blade), working your way toward the nearest end of the siding board.

What’s the best way to remove nails from siding?

So you’ll need to cut the nails behind the bottom of the upper piece of good siding to free the damaged piece. An oscillating tool with a metal cutting blade is ideal for this job, but a simple hacksaw blade will also work. When the nails have been cut, the lower board can be pulled out.

What’s the best way to repair a broken shingle?

1 Pull out the broken pieces. Wear gloves for this, to protect your hands. If necessary, use a chisel or flat pry bar to break up the shingle so you can pull out the pieces easily.

Can a sharp blade be replaced on a hacksaw?

Replacing a hacksaw blade is so easy there is no reason not to have a sharp blade at all times. A hacksaw is a general-use cutting tool which means you have to keep the blade in good working order for regular use. The first thing you need to do is loosen and remove the current blade.

What do you need to know about a hacksaw?

A hacksaw is a general-use cutting tool which means you have to keep the blade in good working order for regular use. The first thing you need to do is loosen and remove the current blade. Do this by releasing the small clamps or screws at either end of the blade. There will be one near the handle and one near the end of the saw frame.