How To Seal Water Spigot On Siding

How to prevent water from flowing under vinyl siding.

How to seal water spigot on siding.

Use primer if you plan to paint and semitransparent penetrating oil base stain if you want the wood. There is already a hole through the stone wall going into the basement. This is messier than acrylic latex but effective. 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.

I have a faulty spigot which goes from the basement of the house between two joists to the outside. It s paintable as well for those who dislike gray. Paint works well over it. 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.

In this video this old house general contractor tom silva shows how to prevent water from leaking in behind vinyl siding. Seal small cracks and gaps in your siding under 1 4 inch wide using an acrylic latex caulk. Although vinyl is impervious to water when installed as directed by the manufacturer vinyl siding as a whole is not completely watertight. A common material used by wiring companies such as cable television and telephone installers is a duct seal product.

It s useful for applications which involve repeated access. Good for gutters siding and concrete. Cleanup can be difficult if you get this caulk on clothing gloves shoes or skin. The best exterior caulk for roofing construction and repairs since it can withstand extreme temperatures and creates a strong insulating and water tight seal.

Mount the water wigot and attachments hook up the hoses and turn on the water. The water wigot works with any garden hose and has water pressure equal to a traditional spigot. When siding is put back behind the gutter the lowest piece of flashing running down the pitch of the roof above must be fashioned to divert water into the gutter not behind the siding. Water could be seeping in from above the discolored area so be sure to grab a ladder and really examine the wall.

Water seal or prime the siding sheets on both sides to fully protect the wood from moisture. I will easily be able to replace this spigot but i don t know how to seal up the hole. Step 7 seal larger gaps up to 1 2 inch wide with polyurethane caulk. Simply apply this inexpensive filler into the cracks to seal.

If the wood is cracked or loose this may be where the water is coming in. Inspect the area above the leak including both indoors and out.