Shutter replacement - DIY Home Improvement, Remodeling & Repair Forum

inthepink · 06-16-2008, 10:15 AM

With the recent storms in MI, several of my shutters were ripped from my house. I have removed all the old ones, bought new ones, which are wider than the originals. Do I need to put putty/silicone in the old holes before installing the new shutters to prevent water/rodent damage, or is it ok to just drill new ones and leave the old holes as is?

handyguys · 06-16-2008, 11:07 AM

I think it will depend on siding material if its really necessary. Its cheap so I may do it regardless. I would use color matched caulk if they will show. if hidden then just any old caulk for exterior use will be fine.

inthepink · 06-17-2008, 10:40 AM

thx! and the advise on matching caulk...good idea, although i don't think they'll show but i'm a little fussy 'bout that stuff! so glad i found this forum, am single woman and have had several bad "handyman/repairman" problems...taking advantage of my non-knowledge of these things! thanks again!

06-16-2008, 10:15 AM	#1
inthepink Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Potterville, MI Posts: 2	Shutter replacement With the recent storms in MI, several of my shutters were ripped from my house. I have removed all the old ones, bought new ones, which are wider than the originals. Do I need to put putty/silicone in the old holes before installing the new shutters to prevent water/rodent damage, or is it ok to just drill new ones and leave the old holes as is?

06-16-2008, 11:07 AM	#2
handyguys Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: US Posts: 671	I think it will depend on siding material if its really necessary. Its cheap so I may do it regardless. I would use color matched caulk if they will show. if hidden then just any old caulk for exterior use will be fine. __________________ The Handyguys Podcast http://www.handyguyspodcast.com

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06-17-2008, 10:40 AM	#3
inthepink Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Potterville, MI Posts: 2	thx! and the advise on matching caulk...good idea, although i don't think they'll show but i'm a little fussy 'bout that stuff! so glad i found this forum, am single woman and have had several bad "handyman/repairman" problems...taking advantage of my non-knowledge of these things! thanks again!