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12:46PM | 03/12/11

Member Since: 03/29/08
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Asphault Shingle Siding Repair

Hi,

My house has asphault-type shingles for siding, and im experiencing a hole in the siding.

Was hoping I could get some suggestions on repair.

The "shingles" are not installed like roof shingles, where they are overlapped. These are square pieces and are not overlapped.

There is a paper backing of some sorts under the top layer of the shingle, and they are nailed into the side of the wall.

If anyone has any suggestions I would appreciate it!

Thanks!

LarryG

05:10PM | 03/12/11

Member Since: 07/22/04
491 lifetime posts

Not much you can do unless you have some extra laying around. I don't think they even make that any more. It was popular in the 50s and 60s before aluminum siding and then vinyl siding of today..If you want a temporary repair cover it with a piece of T1-11 or something and caulk around all 4 sides,at least it will keep the water out.

capsize

05:56PM | 03/12/11

Member Since: 03/29/08
4 lifetime posts

yeah i figured as much. is there a proper name for the material? its quite possible some of the smaller supply shops in my neighborhood might know where to find it, if I know what Im talking about.

thanks!

LarryG

12:33PM | 03/13/11

Member Since: 07/22/04
491 lifetime posts

They call it Ghetto Brick.

Peter H.

12:22PM | 05/01/12

Member Since: 04/26/12
13 lifetime posts

I would consider getting a new siding. Using Ghetto Brick not as popular now as a normal vinyl siding. You should talk to a local Vinyl Siding Contractor for an estimate on new siding.

Peter H.

01:39PM | 05/18/12

Member Since: 04/26/12
13 lifetime posts

I think that you should talk to a Vinyl siding contractor about your situation. Remember to get more than one quote from your Indianapolis Vinyl Siding Contractors and don't just go with the cheapest. Make sure they are a quality company and research them too.

BV000683

03:31PM | 03/26/13

Vinyl siding is just as "ghetto" as that stuff. If you cover it with vinyl, it will still be a horrendous fire hazard and won't even last as long as that asphalt stuff. If installed properly, Hardiplank, stucco or brick veneer will actually last and make your house look respectable.

BV000193

05:49PM | 03/26/13

BV000683,I disagree with your asinine statement about vinyl siding. Vinyl is the way to go. It is a great choice as Peter H. stated.