Residential Repairs for Woodpecker Damage

A Residential Case Study by CertaPro Painters of Indianapolis

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An Exterior Overhaul

The upper level of this residence required both carpentry repairs and a new paint job. There was some damage from plant growth, but a majority of the fixes were due to woodpecker damage. We substituted the siding on the house’s rear with fiber cement and incorporated new trim. In different parts of the house, we updated portions of the board and batten using similar material. After completing all the carpentry work, we breathed new life into the home by applying a fresh coat of paint.

 

 

PROJECT INVOLVEMENT:

The process for repairing the back of the home was as follows:

1. Remove all existing material
2. Repair plywood wall panel
3. Installed house wrap with tape and cap nails
4. Installed new trim
5. Installed fiber cement siding

 

For board and batten repairs:
1. Remove section that is damaged
2. Cut new piece of plywood for repairs
3. Install new 1×3 over the seam and caulk

 

SPECIAL CHALLENGES

The tenacity of the woodpeckers resulted in the plywood behind the exterior being damaged as well, which meant more carpentry repairs before painting could take place.

 PROJECT TIMELINE

The project took 6 days to complete, in September of 2023.

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