Installing vinyl siding is a big project ... siding systems generally include 12-foot-long pieces, window-door trim channel, J-channel, utility channel, corner moldings, and metal starter strips.

Trim off extra house wrap extending below the trim. 6. Install J-channel Around Doors and Windows Cut j-channel, or c-channel, depending on product, for all sides of each door and window opening.

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