How To Seal Water Spigot On Siding

How to prevent water from flowing under vinyl siding.

How to seal water spigot on siding.

Seal small cracks and gaps in your siding under 1 4 inch wide using an acrylic latex caulk. It s useful for applications which involve repeated access. There is already a hole through the stone wall going into the basement. Cleanup can be difficult if you get this caulk on clothing gloves shoes or skin.

I will easily be able to replace this spigot but i don t know how to seal up the hole. Even if you don t see stains on your outside wall it s important to check for other signs of leaky siding and water damage. Water seal or prime the siding sheets on both sides to fully protect the wood from moisture. The water wigot works with any garden hose and has water pressure equal to a traditional spigot.

If the wood is cracked or loose this may be where the water is coming in. The best exterior caulk for roofing construction and repairs since it can withstand extreme temperatures and creates a strong insulating and water tight seal. Simply apply this inexpensive filler into the cracks to seal. Use it to water hanging plants clean lawn furniture water your vegetable garden clean off house siding wash your car or rinse off patios decks and driveways.

It s paintable as well for those who dislike gray. Good for gutters siding and concrete. This is messier than acrylic latex but effective. Water could be seeping in from above the discolored area so be sure to grab a ladder and really examine the wall.

I have a faulty spigot which goes from the basement of the house between two joists to the outside. Check to be sure weep holes are open along bottom of window openings. A common material used by wiring companies such as cable television and telephone installers is a duct seal product. Step 7 seal larger gaps up to 1 2 inch wide with polyurethane caulk.

Inspect the area above the leak including both indoors and out. Although vinyl is impervious to water when installed as directed by the manufacturer vinyl siding as a whole is not completely watertight. In this video this old house general contractor tom silva shows how to prevent water from leaking in behind vinyl siding. Mount the water wigot and attachments hook up the hoses and turn on the water.

Use primer if you plan to paint and semitransparent penetrating oil base stain if you want the wood. Home depot sells a multitude of this type of item which is a clay like substance.