How To Install Vinyl Siding

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Check out my Amazon store for vinyl siding tools! www.amazon.com/shop/theexcellentlaborer ⏱TIMESTAMPS⏱ 0:58 Vinyl Siding Tools 1:47 How To Chalk Lines For A Vinyl Outside Corner Post 3:51 How To Measure The Top Of A Outside Corner To Be Cut 6:38 How To Cut The Top Of A Outside Corner 8:05 How To Measure And Cut The Bottom Of A Outside Corner 13:02 How To Install A J-Block 13:58 How To Install An E-Block 14:41 How To Install Starter Strip For Vinyl Siding 20:34 How To Install Vinyl Siding On Starter Strip 21:39 How To Properly Nail Vinyl Siding 23:01 How To Measure Vinyl Siding 23:35 How To Cut Vinyl Siding 24:21 How To Install Vinyl Siding Mid-Wall 24:25 How To Install Undersill Trim 29:34 Finishing Up Around E-Blocks 29:52 J-Block For A Light Mount Installation Explained

[@gazinta]

I hope Lowe's® is paying you.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

@@gazinta Nope! I wish they would!

[@gazinta]

@@TheExcellentLaborer I'm currently not advertising. On my other channel(beekeeping), I'm getting a hookup on a phone through U.S. Cellular. My local phone store(in a mini mall) got the plug. I'll see if the seed I planted takes root. Lol

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

@@gazinta Man that would be awesome! Any extra money is nice.

[@gazinta]

@@TheExcellentLaborer I got U.S. Cellular right where I want them! (Insert awkward Dr. Evil laughing here)

[@SantiVentura-o2i]

I’m a 20 years old guy trying to learn this job and tbh I learned everything because he explained the way it need to be explained thank u I’m goin to work on monday

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

This video should definitely be a good resource for you. I hope it helps!

[@jimnorton8861]

Out of all the vids that came up when I searched for this topic, I am so glad I watched yours. So informative and well explained. I cant wait to do this on my home. Subbed and will check out your channel for other vids to learn from. Thanks!

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Great to hear. Thanks for stopping by and watching some videos! Stay tuned for more and thanks for subscribing!

[@breeness56]

100% Agree

[@AtoZBuildingConstruction-f4y]

I am a licensed general contractor, and I approve this great siding man as one of the best in siding industry.

[@ericnagy8056]

Lol

[@DavidSchiestle]

Do you have to. Have doors and windows up to put up siding or put treated wood under skirting to put sidding up first ? I want answers to some ?s

[@ericnagy8056]

Guess you haven't seen custom work from a true craftsman. Siding ia an art.and metal work and detail is what separates the true Rembrandts. Good video for beginners but thecraft is perfected through decades of experience . (45yrs and still goin)

[@randythayer8440]

@@ericnagy8056 As long as you pass inspections and buyers don't complain, who cares?

[@joeis1hunnna402]

I watch half this video just to put on a corner?

[@Joe-oi6eh]

Lol

[@papagiorgio85]

I wish every contractor was meticulous as you. I had siding put on in mid October and the following summer everything warped and looked terrible. The sub nailed everything too tight and the entire house had to be redone.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Thanks for the compliment. I’d like to do it right the first time so I don’t have to fix it later. So being meticulous pays off. Yes there are definitely bad contractors in the world. Sorry to hear about your experience. Thanks for watching!

[@jameskruse2010]

You are amazing man! I’m 28 and a homeowner, love working on my house, your videos give me the courage to tackle these types of projects! Can’t thank you enough.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

You are welcome. I am really glad to see you found my channel! Being a homeowner is rewarding and being able to do your own projects around the house is satisfying! Good luck with your projects and stay turned!

[@waltrozanski6640]

@@TheExcellentLaborer Hi, Do you know any company that sales the vinyl siding? I lived here on Guam, and would like to replace my old vinyl siding. Thank you in advance.

[@DixieNormous1]

I've been putting siding on for years and I've never chalk lined the corners, but that's not a bad idea working by yourself, you can get them straight without eyeballing.

[@number1lebronfan953]

So let me ask you if you have old mason siding .....can you put vinyl on top of it ????

[@DixieNormous1]

@@number1lebronfan953 yes we have before, vinyl covers up a lot of things haha

[@therealme4552]

I'd measure from the bird box to the foundation add how ever much you are hanging down, transfer that to the top,. Then do the measurements from there . I always try to keep factory edges when I can.

[@symcardnel1741]

@@therealme4552 Great tip... also eliminates having to cut both ends of the piece along w/ tack nailing it up there and doing the ladder dance a bunch of times. - measure from the bottom bird box to the foundation, add 1" - measure from the bottom bird box to the inside edge of the 'rake' overhang, add 6" in this case, mark your 7:12 roof pitch line and cut

[@amjadkhan-tz8qi]

@@symcardnel1741 Are you essentially measuring and marking the piece upside down, then rotating it 180 degrees so the cut part fits into the top?

[@johnharris8191]

I have installed siding for years. I installed aluminum siding for 6 years, vinyl was not on the market then. TIP: Leave the level in the truck, measure down from the overhang on each end of the wall and make your marks for the starter strip. That way your last piece at the top of the wall will be the same width. If not, it will not look good from the road. Do the same with your j boxes and mark those with the siding. You were off just a little with one in your video and a trained eye can spot mistakes.

[@Rakeeem]

@@overtonesnteatime198 a lot more efficient to pull tape then to level.

[@ChrisWilliams-le1we]

Thanks

[@jerrymoore838]

Thanks. I finished drywall for decades. I walk in a building and still see every flaw. My eyes always travel to the lid 1st. Second nature I guess lol. Anyway, appreciate your siding insights. We always said, you can't beat a person at their own trade

[@JC-eu8rg]

@@overtonesnteatime198 what are you taking offense too? You didn’t do the video 😂

[@Janton_1]

I am brand new to this trade john , can you or anyone else expand in more detail exactly on your pro tip of marking down from the overhang on both sides to start the starter strip, please .

[@mcleodhomeservices]

Terrific video! Getting ready to side a house built in the 50’s. Your video will be instrumental in my project. Great explanations and very detailed! Well done and THANK YOU! 👍🏼

[@leshunnmcleod]

I just subscribed to you because my last name is McLeod. The real coincidence is that I'm looking to do home improvement/repairs on my dad's house. He passed 3yrs ago.

[@melcastro5402]

How do I install siding behind an electrical meter, do I call an electrician to cut the power to remove the box and then install the siding?

[@mjowsiany]

Just got my trim and first piece of siding up thanks to you. Made it easy. Thank you

[@MM-overtime]

Probably the most thorough/informational video I have came across! Great teaching skills. You gained a new subscriber 💪😄👍 Thank you.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Thanks a lot! I appreciate your kind words. I love teaching people how to do things construction related. Stay tuned!

[@ProTexTV]

Hum....new construction is way different than a remodel but good info. We measure down for starter, shoot it with a laser level, only install laminated- insulated siding, insulated corners and hang everything with Truss Screws because it gets windy in Texas and screws give you less chance of blow off. We also brake buddy our fascia and nail it with a X pattern, miter our J channel, use hidden vent soffit and stay 12" away on the under-lap panel while screwing into the closest slot on the overlaps to try and force better seams.

[@donaldcross7978]

Only had to do siding couple times my house and some of my dad's house. Learned from my real good friend that was a master builder , he showed me , but you really do a good explanation of it. Thank you on your builders time to explaining it .

[@30bears85]

My house is twenty years old. They never installed any paper or barrier before they installed the siding. I noticed some of the siding is loose, like the nails have failed, and the siding waves in the wind. Should I have it repaired or replace all the siding with new with a barrier?

[@fellowshipraleighchurch1958]

What about sides and tops of windows? Where the siding meets?

[@michaelssword5329]

Vinyl is Not finial, you said, the corner needs to be past the foundation because of water",. Its up to the installer to make the product water tight. I've been doing this for yrs and fixed other installers mistakes, it's always around Windows and where a roof line meets a wall. There are weep holes to shed water from flashing to weep holes. Windows should have flashing behind the window flange and about a foot below, so when the siding is close to the window and the flashing is overlapping the lock of the piece before your notch for the sides is cut, you cut the flashing right at the lock, so the wind driven water runs down the side J-channel of the window onto the flashing and out the weep holes. Great informational vid, just try to keep the water out. P.S. mice love corner post, its a highway to the attic, stuff the bottom of the corner post with steal wool.

[@taylorrenn99]

I watched your video from start to finish, even though I am not planning on installing sidings, nor do I even have a house 😂Just shows how well you put together this video, got me intrigued. It was very entertaining with great tips and tricks! 😊

[@samholden7563]

Very good video, but I noticed a big mistake that could ruin the entire install. When lapping your siding over the previous piece you want the face to actually slide under the previous nailing lip. Instead of stopping it just she like you mentioned in 23:00. You should overlap untill you have about 3/4” apart from each nailing flange allowing the siding face to slip inside of each other. If you leave it the way you have it, the siding might catch the previous piece and buckle! I used to do it this way as well, untill I learned otherwise. I’ve never received a call back, but it’s not a good practice. Thanks for the content, take care!

[@christianpeek7738]

Makes sense I've noticed that myself I'll usually leave about 3/4" between the nailing strips

[@SteveBodes]

Wrong. You overlap 1” you should never let the siding go under the lock, it’ll cause the siding to be too tight and not able to move causing oil canning. Siding expands and contracts at most 3/8”. If you run your overlap under the lock you just voided the warranty👍🏼

[@raynareid8095]

This could have been a very good video for beginners, but you failed to discuss wall wrapping and flashing, which is the first thing required for vinyl siding. But still LIKING the video because it's a good tutorial once the initial preparation is done.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Thank you! I explain more about that in this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/qKPZpaKiiNeKgqc . I hope that helps!

[@jpowell9343]

Not a bad job but what seals the windows and vertical laps in the tyvek wrap? No tape on anything there, water will run in everywhere.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

I overlap my Tyvek 12 inches. That should keep the water from touching the wood behind it. But yes taping the seems is definitely a good idea.

[@theadventuresofchris1409]

Hey Josh, I'm going to be building my own house and saving a ton of money. I've got my block foundation done and I want to have a piece of metal formed to cover the top of the block to use as a termite shield that will come down over the block over the inside and outside about 1 inch. Can I adjust my siding to cover that metal?

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

I don't see why not but we do not use that metal product here. I would see your local building code requirements. I hope that helps!

[@littleBearcanoes]

What if I want to install some nice cedar 4” trim boards around the window first? Do I just j channel up each side of the wooden window trim?

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

That is correct!

[@grit93]

anyone else see the cicada? lol

[@fredmckenzie1886]

Josh I noticed you are using standard type tin snips vs aviation or Andy type snips for cutting vinyl. Can you share with me why you like your snips and tell me what snips you would recommend that I purchase. Thanks!

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

I feel that tin snips gives a better cut and aviation snips are easier to squeeze but the cut seems to be more rigid. That’s just my two cents on it. I hope that helps thanks a lot for watching!

[@ramonartful]

Not a big deal, but those nails and metal starter strip are not aluminum. They don't rust because they're galvanized.

[@JohnSmith-hr2pb]

This is my favorite channel on YT. I'm a local handyman with my own gig, and even still there's jobs I'll come across where I'm not familiar with the process, and this channel gives the best explanations and examples. Keep up the good work bro.

[@willycastro69]

Can i use electrogalvanized roofing nails for siding?

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Yes, that should be fine. Hope that helps!

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[@stuartewoldt1513]

Appreciate your video. Just bought a house and about to redu the siding. Never done it before so We gonna see how it goes.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Thanks! I hope after watching this video you have a good understanding of it. Thanks for watching!

[@Deanna-z2s]

All Stores Please Lower the price of all Military and Local for all Brands of Vinyl Siding Products and Accessories and Production Cost Now That's too much $$ The Whole World Now 🙏🙏🙏

[@skynethell]

Those cicadas making some background music

[@joeSmashman]

Thank you I need a refresher course on how to install siding this video help me tremendously and not everything is always a straight wall. I have to basically clean up all the damaged areas of the house and fill it with wood and foam insulation sheets, and then add Tyvek , then Install Vinyl siding. All the way up to the soffit and facia board and then probably cover that as well.😊

[@kylerayk]

The new Swanson Speed Squares have notches opposite the outside edge for scribing rip lines.

[@tomnagle3683]

Why are you looking for a stud? Isn't there plywood sheets on the other side of the wrap?

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Hey Tom. Manufacturer recommends you had a stud because the stud has more holding power than the plywood. Hope that helps!

[@10Timewaster]

when siding around a window, what keeps water from dripping around the top ledge and behind the siding?

[@twins1995tech1990]

Hello sir, I need to install board and batten siding on my house. I was wondering if you can make a video. I’ve never done any type of siding but tons of handy work. Thank you

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Here is a video I made on that kzbin.info/www/bejne/fGTdiZpvpcR0bq8 I hope it helps!

[@twins1995tech1990]

@@TheExcellentLaborer thank you!

[@marcusdorn6704]

Good video but didn't show how to stagger the pieces after the starter strip

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

You do not have to stagger starter strip. Thanks for watching!

[@rowdy9379]

I have installed Vinyl and every other kind of Siding for 40 years, miles of it. Many tricks thru the years, I don't run corners above the bottom of the bird box, I do J channel, because your J coming down the soffit should have a 90 in the corner, running the post up complicates this. I incorporate a lot of blind metal, pvc trim sheet as a riveter, in corners and many places, there are different levels of Install.

[@WeBeeJamming]

My guy didn't even flinch with that big ol' bug on his collar @ 19:30! Bug got bored and just left. LOL

[@AndreKappel]

😭😭😭

[@dande19]

I came looking for this comment!! Hoping somebody else saw it too

[@wortexinternational2598]

cockroach :-( hate them !

[@jesusiscomingsoon-]

😂😂😂

[@randythayer8440]

So?

[@jameshendel4169]

You've missed a critical point of putting starter strip up. You have to find the "lowest side" of the building to start at otherwise the edges of your siding will not match when you come all the way around the building. Before you strike your line you should attach a line bubble to the string to make sure it's level.

[@ruger1516]

Great informative tutorial. Two thumbs up for this easy to understand vid.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Thanks a lot Ruger!

[@MattJones1829]

Great info, thanks! And the Summer of 2021 Cicada background "music" made this even better!

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Glad you liked it!

[@KB-fk3jj]

Starting my new job and this was such a useful source of information. I'm really grateful, thank you!

[@bdog4u2]

Good video. I feel like i can replace my siding now. I have bern a hvac tech for 25 years but i can do pretty much anything with a good video

[@dogleespartan8882]

I really liked watching your videos very good on detail. I would like to see every step. You were going to nail up that 10 1/4 but didn't show it. I am about to take and install new pieces where the vinyl has cracked an or melted. Great smile, makes the video even more interesting great work

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Thanks a lot for this awesome comment! I appreciate it. I try to keep it detailed because people who have not done it before tend to like that. That’s funny you noticed that in the video about the 10 and quarter inch LOL. I hope you stay and watch some more videos!

[@md9897]

Awesome video! Question: How much do you have to “offset” each new piece on top of the previous piece to ensure joints don’t stack up? Just cut some amount (1’, 2’, etc) off the next piece up? Thanks!

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Thanks! It all depends on where the break is when you start. Best thing to do is measure out to see if a full piece is going to be able to avoid breaking next to a joint. And if so just cut off a couple feet of it to miss the joint. I hope that helps!

[@richh9278]

Are those Cicadas I hear in the background

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Yep! In part 2, a couple land on me lol.

[@BRADASSOFFGRIDHOMESTEAD]

Putting seams between windows is a big NO NO... damn this video was starting off good too... You literally have stacked seams in places... wow

[@sharonodonley5271]

Where did you get the siding? The are trying to find that style and no luck. Not even sure where to look anymore

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

ABC building supply ,Certainteed brand. I hope that helps!

[@sharonodonley5271]

@@TheExcellentLaborer it sure does!

[@DansDrives]

If you don't have brand new or really sharp snips, they're worth it for doing this job and just making it a little easier. GREAT video!

[@vera5742]

Hi where did u get your siding and blocks

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

ABC building supply

[@johnsavage6628]

Vinyl or any other siding for beginners? Forget that! This is why I pay people to do such things! I want experts, not myself or a beginner! DYI? Forget that! I'm 72 years old! Forget DYI!

[@JustSudit]

Soooooo... are we going to ignore the bug trying to give him a kiss on the neck at 19:32

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Good eye!

[@whip205inthebam3]

Get some real tin snips make your job easier Irwin 212 Tinner Snip Cuts Straight And Tight Curves 12-3/4 In. (320 Mm) I started hanging siding around the age of 16 and full time by age 18. I started with aluminum, then steel, and then vinyl. Normally there were only 2 of us one did most of the cutting and breaking and the other would mainly hang the trim and siding. Most homes were old homes that needed restoration and that's what we did as for new homes most did not want aluminum or vinyl on them. Today new homes are far and few between them being built.

[@TheJohndeere466]

Whats your thoughts on using vinyl facia and soffet vs Aluminum facia and soffet

[@MariaRodriguez-to2rz]

Im closing a small window on a living room. I have 2x4’s, insulation, sheetrock, tape and usg to finish it. Oh and a piece of sliding for the exterior. What else am I missing to make sure I do it right??😬😬😬

[@NoneMechanic101]

Thank you

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

You're welcome!

[@shawnfreeoftyranny8849]

Ya gotta have a 1/4 inch gap. 3 more taps with hammer, a feel and.....An 1/8th inch gap to a 1/4. L.O.L. Dude.

[@scottrepp1243]

I absolutely LOVE how you explain the how's and why's of every detail!! I'm going to be getting into some major renovations on my home, and I didn't know where to turn to as far as diy videos. I was just casually scrolling through random videos and I came across yours. Man, am I super glad I found you!!! I really, really love the attention to details as you show each step of the job!! The reasons on how and why you do something a certain way is absolutely phenomenal!!! This is the very first diy video I found of yours, and I'm can tell you, you are the ONLY person I will be following here on KZbin whenever I have a question or not certain how to do a project!! Thank you, thank you, thank you!! for taking the time and patience in your videos to show us diy'ers the wrongs and rights of each detail of each step in whatever project you're showing!! Anyone following your videos will know without a doubt that the project they're working on will be done as good, if not BETTER than, any professional contractors!!! The attention to details might make each video a teeny bit longer, but the end result will be the absolute best!!! Thank you so much, again! I definitely look forward to starting my next big project!! P.S. - My projects will be done on a 3-bedroom, 2-bath double wide mobile home. Do you have videos on vinyl siding and other projects for mobile homes?

[@richmondkishundat7780]

Hello Josh, Great work, how do you calculate material, what is your method for vinyl siding 4'. Thank You in advance.

[@terrycaldwell9114]

Excellent vid! Thanks for pointing me to it! Great channel!

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Thanks Terry! Stay tune for future videos!

[@ginodejesus9302]

Hi when you measured your corners for the 3” inches in is it always 3” inches or is their different sized corners I seen someone use 3.4” what is the difference? Thanks great video.

[@FredD63]

Depends on manufacturer some corners are different than 3”

[@lotto585]

Just measure from the corner to edge of nail flange that will be your measurment

[@keithfranklin5339]

We are getting ready to take our alumni siding off and go with vinyl and the wife was wondering what color is that you are putting on that house…Thanks

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

It is castle stone made by Certainteed. The design is beaded. Hope that helps you two!

[@juliocesarmorales4214]

Beautiful and clean job greetings from México city

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Welcome Julio. Thank you!

[@luannepatterson6188]

Thank you for the video, it’s very informative. Im wondering, if I don’t have the placements for e block or j block planned out yet, can that be installed after the siding has been finished?

[@reggie4Jesus]

I think I'll just hire some Amish folks instead...😅

[@jingfangqu232]

Really decent work, looking for someone to replace the old siding, hope we could get a contractor like you. Which state are you and wondering if you have any recommendations?

[@brianhickman9816]

If looking for siding in utah I can help you out

[@carmelom269]

What is the white Lowes branded fabric that's wrapped around the plywood? That Lowes Branded wrap apparently was not used on my home which was constructed in November 1999. I know this because there are some holes in my home's vinyl siding and I can see the exposed plywood and do not see this white Lowes branded fabric wrap.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

It is called housewrap. It is code in today’s world in most areas to have that placed between the siding and sheathing. I hope that helps!

[@carmelom269]

@@TheExcellentLaborer Housewrap. I live in Southern New Jersey and apparently Housewrap was not code mandated in my County back in 1999. Interestingly I have a shed that I purchased in 2010 that has a slew of water damage on the back wall due to leaks which not require the replacement of the water damaged plywood and it appears this Housewrap fabric would have potentially prevented the plywood on my shed from rotting from the water damage. Thanks for the info. I will inquire about this housewrap fabric as part of my project to repair, the plywood and reinstall the vinyl side on my shed and sections of my main home as a DIY.

[@EAGLEHORDER]

LOVE THE VIDEO...JUST HAVE ONE THING TO BRING TO YOUR ATTENTION... 18:54 "ACROSST" IS NOT A WORD LOL "ACROSS" IS HOWEVER LOL

[@alinamalik7449]

Hey thanks for the video, just wondering why you don't have a gap between the vinyl and the structure for ventilation? I am thinking of purchasing VOX and read it in their installation guide. is it needed? thanks!

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Hey Alina! Could you please leave me a timestamp of the place in the video you are questioning.

[@alinamalik7449]

@@TheExcellentLaborer from the beginning I see that there are no wooden battens to nail the vinyl in place, from my manufacture I was told to install these to insure ventilation gap, especially for darker colored vinyl.. i watched a bunch of videos and no one seems to have them installed.

[@cristinitulescu5935]

@@alinamalik7449 I am also planning to use box product and i have the same question, how come there is no gap for ventilation between the siding and membrane? How did you installed it eventually?

[@joshuarhodes8503]

Excellent diy video for beginners, thanks Josh!

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Thanks Joshua! I tried to keep the video simple for people to understand. Thanks for watching!

[@chrisvoss8920]

Appreciate the content bro, my dad never taught me this stuff and this makes me feel confident to do my own stuff!

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

You are welcome Chris. I was very fortunate to have a father teach me about building houses. Appreciate you watch in my content!

[@carlosmendoza7176]

Como ystalar Zaire. En.el.atigo.

[@SmokinTime420]

The Cicada @ 19:38 making its debut. Hahaha. Hollywood is just around the corner. Haha.

[@sharoncc9192]

What is the 712 you mentioned?

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Hey! The roof pitch is 7/12. I hope that helps!

[@trevorward9999]

Excellent video! I have a question for anyone kind enough to answer: Is there a reason why vertical furring strips - or strapping - was not installed before the siding to allow ventilation? Is strapping optional or only required in certain scenarios? Thanks

[@christopherdekonstrukt444]

I have to replace two windows and the area of house has soffit for siding over Masonite lap board which will be replaced with OSB. There's a third window in that wall that doesn't have to be replaced but might need to come out and reinstalled after sheathing. I'm assuming the previous owner didn't properly flash the window sills on any of the windows they replaced so when comes time for new siding I'm going to have a job to do.

[@epaula02]

Great work, but was it just me that notice the weird bug on your shoulder at 19:33 mark?? I know it's off topic but just like I was bugging out.

[@dabomb395]

I appreciate the video. I also applaud how professional you we're when that cicada landed on you, 😆

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

I remember those cicadas were bad that year. Appreciate you watching!

[@randythayer8440]

It's just a bug man!

[@bradl1982]

Good info. Looks like my home builders should subscribe to your channel. 😂 at least I can fix their f ups.

[@marako1349]

Why would someone start horizontal vinyl siding with a j-channel rather than a starter strip? We have a new build and that is what they have started doing. They saw it is to be able to keep the siding level all the way around the house...? TIA

[@QueenDaenerysTargaryen]

Excellent💯 explaining 👍

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Thank you!

[@pa.fishpreacher6166]

How do you stagger your joints? I mean if the 1st pc. is say 12ft, what length do you use for the next pc above the 1st one? Then do you stay with that same pattern? I am in a siding project for my house now.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

When you run your row across the house, The piece you cut off to finish the row will be the starter for the next row. That’s long is it is at least 16 inches away from the next joint, that is the piece you will use.

[@jpjp3873]

Get yourself some right and left hand offset aviation snips. I always preferred Midwest brand.

[@Lakegirl2024]

You are a good teacher. Very clear and I understood you perfectly

[@richardrumplik7023]

Thanks for Sharing your knowledge. It was easy to understand you and what you were explaining 👍

[@vaportrail6315]

Didn't watch your video but vinyl siding is cheap, a waste of money, time and is a fire hazard.

[@SamIamnoeggs810]

I wish you could help me 😢 how many boxes did you order I can provide square footage

[@WilliamMccray-y3b]

Love how he is very detailed on every part of the job it was very useful information

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

I keep all my videos, very detailed because it helps majority of people that are beginners. Some people that are advanced might find it slow, but I’m out to help the majority. Thanks for watching!

[@joeyalex2845]

When you add the first piece of vinyl onto the starter strip the cut was 10.25 inches do you have a preferred method to combat that seam lining up all the way up the house?

[@aaronmpeters26]

this guy knows how to do everything except sharpen a dang pencil lmao. jk thanks for the info, very helpful

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

That’s too funny! I sharpen it about twice a year (just kidding) Thanks for watching!

[@jajphotog77]

Great, informative video! Thanks for the pro tips too! Always wondered why I could see the overlaps so well on some houses.

[@mikemcdonald7038]

you know the speed square has notches in it for when your scribing, just on the other side of where he scribes it.

[@nyworldrl]

Absolutely excellent instructions, part 1 and 2. I wish note people did their tutorials like you.

[@coastalkayakfishingadventu7713]

Nice work dude ,,excellent way in describing what you are doing step by step,,,

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Thank you sir!

[@timabbatiello8993]

Great videos. Do those windows have built in J channel or something that makes J channel unnecessary? The close up of the window corner looks different than I see usually.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

That is correct. The window is constructed as a J channel around the edge. They are called new construction. Thanks for watching!

[@meanwhileinindiana8107]

My only suggestion is to use the J blocks that match the siding instead of highlight them in trim color. Great videos!

[@willie9397]

A sliding "T bevel" will also work for those angles if you dont know the roof pitch

[@eriklewis4523]

A thin metal cut of wheel on a cordless grinder works pretty good for cutting vinyl.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Good tip!