Learning how to install vinyl siding might sound intimidating, but really isn’t complicated. With a little know-how, an average DIYer can do it. Be prepared for a full day of work or a couple of ...

Installing vinyl siding is a big project, but it is accessible to people who have basic carpentry skills. And there’s a powerful cost incentive to handle an installation yourself. According to ...

QDEAR TIM: What can you tell me about installing vinyl siding? I like its no-maintenance aspect, and it looks easy to install. What instructions can you share? What tools will I need to get ...

Even better, installing vinyl siding is simple enough that many homeowners opt to do it themselves! Most kits include installation instructions, and the process is pretty similar across brands.

Q: I’m planning to install vinyl siding on a detached garage that’s built on a concrete slab. The siding instructions suggest that I “compress the floor plate” before installing.

Here are some things to remember when you install vinyl siding on your home. First of all, you hangvinyl siding, so don't hammer your nails all the way in. And leave a 3/4-inch overlap between ...