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Hail as small as 3/4 inch (about the size of a penny) can cause damage to your siding. When hail reaches 1 inch in size, you can expect to see more cracks, chips, and holes, and hail that’s 1 and 1/4 to 1 and 1/2 inches around will cause significant damage. If you see hail that’s 1 and 1/2 inches to 2 inches or more in size, the damage is likely to be extensive and possibly even dangerous.

You can paint vinyl siding , but be sure to select a color that is similar to the color of your vinyl or a slightly lighter hue. One major perk of painting your vinyl siding instead of replacing it is the price—you’ll save money by adding a fresh coat of paint versus completely overhauling your home’s siding. Make sure you clean the siding well before painting, and purchase an exterior paint that contains acrylic and urethane resins.

If you’re trying to cover up damaged vinyl siding with some other material, properly repairing the damage is likely just as easy. Avoid covering up damaged siding under most circumstances. Water and mold can easily get trapped behind it and cause more harm than the damage already there. 

If you need a fast, temporary repair until you have time to fix the damage properly, use a generous amount of caulk or spray foam insulation to fill the gap, knowing that you’ll need to remove the material later. 

Warning signs of vinyl siding in need of replacement include cracks in the siding, serious fading of color, loose or missing boards, and boards that have warped or melted. If you notice these problems, it’s time to replace your vinyl siding or consider switching to a different type of siding that won’t have the same problems.