Wall siding and shingles

"File: Housing, 3/79/8M""Your problem *Boards or shingles are warped or split. *Cracks have developed around knots. *Holes have developed from loose knots. *Boards or shingles are rotted or damaged. *Air and moisture enter the wall. What you need *Replacement boards or shingles *Building paper *Siding and shingle nails (galvanized) *Wood screws (galvanized) *Asphalt cement *Putty knife *Paint (if required) *Pry bar and chisel (steel-capped handle). *Claw hammer *Framing square *Small hand drill and bit *Measuring tapeThis guidesheet was reprinted from the United States Department of Agriculture, Program Aid No. 1193, Extension Service. It was adapted by UMC Housing and Interior Design Specialist Patricia Klobe