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Handout for Siding Installations The information in this handout applies to most re-siding installations for residential construction. If there is a conflict between these requirements and the siding manufacturer's, the siding manufacturer's installation instructions shall be followed. A copy of the manufacturer's instructions should be provided with the application for the building permit or made available for the inspection. 1. Beginning 3/31/03 the State Building Code requires that a weather-resistive sheathing paper be installed under the siding. This paper is not required on detached accessory building or when the siding (or sheathing) manufacturer prohibits its use with their product. This provision applies to walls of heated and unheated spaces, and includes the gable ends adjacent to attic spaces. On re-siding jobs where the soffits are removed the paper shall extend into the soffit area. 2. The condition of the wall sheathing shall be checked after removal of the old siding. Damaged sheathing shall be replaced. The extent of the damage will determine if other items (e.g. - insulation, studs) will need to be replaced or repaired. 3. Flashing/weather-protection shall be installed around all openings. Other members requiring flashing/weather-protection include trim and deck ledgers. 4. Vented soffit material may only be used for vented soffits. This type of material may not be used under porches or cantilevers. 5. All j-channel shall be caulked between the window (or door, etc.) trim and the j-channel. 6. Each house has a wire running from the water meter inside the house to the outside register. When the house siding is replaced, all necessary precautions must be taken to avoid damage to this wire. If damage to the wire does occur, the contractor will be responsible for its complete replacement from the water meter to the outside register. 7. If any electrical fixture is removed, replaced, moved or added; contact the Electrical Licensing and Inspection office concerning electrical inspections; they may be contacted at 651-284-5064 Inspections Required: 1. Rough-In Inspection A Rough-In Inspection should be scheduled when the work begins. This inspection will be done as time allows. Do not cover the entire project until the Rough-In inspection is approved. 2. Final Inspection Schedule the Final Inspection after all work is complete including siding, soffit, facia and all caulking. House numbers shall also be reinstalled before this inspection. If any electrical fixtures were removed, replaced or installed, the State Electrical Inspector shall approve the final electrical inspection. This list is not intended as a complete list of requirements. Other requirements may apply
Content updated on: 20-Oct-2006
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