Abstract: A cement siding tolerance device and measurement tool, which has a main panel having a tab and a ridge, whereby the tab and the ridge perpendicularly extend from the main panel at opposite sides. The main panel has a front face, a rear face, a top edge, a bottom edge, first and second lateral edges, and a plurality of holes. The main panel has ruler-markings adjacent to the first and second lateral edges. The main panel is rectangular in shape. The tab perpendicularly extends from the front face separated a predetermined distance from the bottom edge, and the ridge perpendicularly extends from the bottom edge at the rear face. The tab and the ridge measure clearances and gaps between siding and trim products with solid surfaces building elements.

Abstract: A crown molding hanger is provided. The crown molding hanger can be used to install a piece of crown molding requiring only the time and effort of a single craftsman. The crown molding hanger has a mounting member and a support member. The support member is removably coupled to the mounting member. In use, the mounting member is coupled to a surface via a coupler and then the support member is removably coupled to the mounting member. The support member has a support surface that engages and holds a length of crown molding while the coupler secures the mounting member, support member, and length of crown molding. The crown molding hanger can be reused many times while leaving no visible blemish to the wall during the typical installation process of a piece of crown molding using the crown molding hanger.

Abstract: An improved panel siding installation device enables a worker installing panel siding on a building structure such as a house to accurately and efficiently measure the distance between edges of adjacent siding panels. This distance is known as the “reveal distance” of the lap siding. In addition to accurately measuring the distance between edges of siding panels, the present invention also supports the siding panel while it is being installed. This support provides some assistance to the installation worker and enables an installation working to more quickly and accurately install siding panels on a structure.

Abstract: A hand held gauge that contains all of the essential tools a worker needs to install clapboards. The tool is a hand-held device that has a pair of fixed flanges that are relatively long and extend out sideways from the handle for several inches on each end. The flanges are fixed in place. The tool also has the ability to establish proper measurements for window casings and doorframes. This is done by an adjustable gauge that can be extended forward until the casing or frame is reached. One this spacing is obtained; a worker can quickly transfer the measurement to the next piece of clapboard so that it can be cut. The tool includes a level and a tape measure and an optional straight edge for a marking square, so that simple measurements can be made without having to put down the tool and get another tool, which improves productivity.

Abstract: A shake jig which comprises a base member which supports an adjustable member and a releasable fastener which facilitates releaseable retention of the adjustable member in a desired relative position with respect to the base member. The base member is substantially planar and has a shake shelf for abutting against a surface of a shake to prevent further insertion thereof, between an installed topmost shake and an at least partially overlapped shake, and facilitate desired alignment of the shake jig with respect to the installed topmost shake. At least one projection is formed on a surface of the base member, adjacent a leading end thereof, to facilitate retention of the shake jig following insertion of the base member. The adjustable member has a ledger shelf for engaging with a ledger board to retain the ledger board in a desired horizontal orientation with respect to the shake shelf and to assist with installation of shakes.

Abstract: A method and system for installing shakes on a building comprising a ledger board and a shake jig for assisting with installation of shakes. The shake jig comprising a base member supporting an adjustable member with a releasably fastener facilitating releaseable retention of the adjustable member in a desired relative position with respect to the base member. The base member has a shake shelf for abutting against a surface of a shake to prevent further insertion of the base member, between an installed topmost shake and an at least partially overlapped shake, and facilitate desired alignment of the shake jig with respect to the installed topmost shake. The adjustable member has a ledger shelf for engaging with the ledger board and retaining the ledger board in a desired horizontal orientation with respect to the shake shelf and assisting with installation of shakes.

Abstract: A method and system for installing shakes on a building comprising a ledger board and a shake jig for assisting with installation of shakes. The shake jig comprising a base member supporting an adjustable member with a releasably fastener facilitating releaseable retention of the adjustable member in a desired relative position with respect to the base member. The base member has a shake shelf for abutting against a surface of a shake to prevent further insertion of the base member, between an installed topmost shake and an at least partially overlapped shake, and facilitate desired alignment of the shake jig with respect to the installed topmost shake. The adjustable member has a ledger shelf for engaging with the ledger board and retaining the ledger board in a desired horizontal orientation with respect to the shake shelf and assisting with installation of shakes.

Abstract: A method and system for installing shakes on a building comprising a ledger board and a shake jig for assisting with installation of shakes. The shake jig comprising a base member supporting an adjustable member with a releasably fastener facilitating releaseable retention of the adjustable member in a desired relative position with respect to the base member. The base member has a shake shelf for abutting against a surface of a shake to prevent further insertion of the base member, between an installed topmost shake and an at least partially overlapped shake, and facilitate desired alignment of the shake jig with respect to the installed topmost shake. The adjustable member has a ledger shelf for engaging with the ledger board and retaining the ledger board in a desired horizontal orientation with respect to the shake shelf and assisting with installation of shakes.

Abstract: A method and system for installing shakes on a building comprising a ledger board and a shake jig for assisting with installation of shakes. The shake jig comprising a base member supporting an adjustable member with a releasably fastener facilitating releaseable retention of the adjustable member in a desired relative position with respect to the base member. The base member has a shake shelf for abutting against a surface of a shake to prevent further insertion of the base member, between an installed topmost shake and an at least partially overlapped shake, and facilitate desired alignment of the shake jig with respect to the installed topmost shake. The adjustable member has a ledger shelf for engaging with the ledger board and retaining the ledger board in a desired horizontal orientation with respect to the shake shelf and assisting with installation of shakes.

Abstract: Siding installation apparatuses and methods for engaging a first siding piece and supporting a second siding piece are disclosed herein. In one embodiment, the apparatus includes a support member having a support surface to support the second siding piece, an engagement member projecting from the support member, and a securing assembly coupled to the support member to releasably restrict the support member from moving relative to the first siding piece. The engagement member is configured to engage the bottom portion of the first siding piece by contacting the back surface.

Abstract: An apparatus (100) for aiding in the installation of successive horizontal layers of siding members (150) to a sidewall construction (50) of a building. The apparatus also seals the vertical and horizontal seams between adjoining and successive horizontal layers of the siding members (150). In the exemplary embodiment of the invention, the apparatus (100) is used to aid in the installation and sealing of siding members (150) comprised of a fiber cement composite material. The fiber cement composite siding members (150) are heavier than traditional siding pieces and require more than one person to lift for installation. With the use of the apparatus (100), successive horizontal layers of composite siding members (150) can be installed on the sidewall construction (50) by a single person. One or more sealing members (107) secure and seal the siding members (150) to the apparatus (100) and provide a moisture impervious seal between adjoining and successive horizontal layers of the siding members (150).

Abstract: A siding element for creating a facade of building constructions includes a substantially slablike element having a protrusion with a two-dimensional surface, which in cross section protrudes at least out of the plane of the slablike element.

Abstract: A pair of generally linear templates each includes one vertical edge convolved in substantially identical stepped convolutions that are each respectively conformed to support the lower end edges of an array of lapboards on the exterior of a building wall structure. Each of the templates include a set of laterally offset attachment brackets provided with spring opposed fasteners that are useful to temporarily secure the templates to the wall structure at a securement interval that is greater than the span of the lapboards, thus exposing the lapboard ends for their proper alignment as the lapboards are affixed to the wall structure.

Abstract: A pair of generally linear templates each includes one vertical edge convolved in substantially identical stepped convolutions that are each respectively conformed to support the lower end edges of an array of lapboards on the exterior of a building wall structure. Each of the templates include a set of laterally offset attachment brackets provided with spring opposed fasteners that are useful to temporarily secure the templates to the wall structure at a securement interval that is greater than the span of the lapboards, thus exposing the lapboard ends for their proper alignment as the lapboards are affixed to the wall structure.

Abstract: Provided is a hanger for installing a workpiece on a structure, and the method of installing the workpiece using the hanger. At least one embodiment of the hanger includes a first part adapted for removably attaching the hanger to a structure; a second part adapted for supporting a second workpiece in position for installation on the structure; and a third part adapted for properly spacing the second workpiece in relation to a previously positioned first workpiece that is already installed on the structure, wherein the third part is adapted to be moveable in relation to the second part.

Abstract: Disclosed is an a mountable leveling support clamp comprising a mounting plate, a support arm having a horizontal and vertical portion incorporating a leveling indicator and threaded throughbore with an adjusting screw having a locking plate on one end and a handle on the other. The support clamp is designed to temporarily fix the positioning of a horizontal member to an upright as permanent fasteners are applied thereto, whereupon the support clamp is removed.

Abstract: A siding tool is used to position overlapping siding planks. The tool has an elongated member with a hook on an upper end that fits over an upper edge of a first plank. A support is carried by the elongated member for supporting the lower edge of a second plank that overlaps the first plank. The elongated member and the hook are upwardly movable from the engaged position. The hook is rotatable to a disengaged position once moved above the upper edge of the first plank. The disengaged position allows the tool to be withdrawn by pulling downward.

Abstract: An apparatus for installing siding boards comprises a body member, a siding-engagement member; and a cam member rotatably engaged with the body member. The cam member includes an eccentrically curved cam segment. The body member, siding-engagement member, and cam segment enable adjustment of vertical overlap of siding boards during installation with one of the boards engaged with the siding-engagement member and another board engaged against the eccentrically curved cam segment. A method for installing siding comprises engaging a pair of siding installation tools with an installed first siding board; positioning a second siding board against the eccentrically curved cam segments; adjusting vertical overlap of the boards by rotation of the cam members; securing the second board to an installation surface; rotating the cam members to disengage the cam segments from the second board; and disengaging and removing the installation tools from the first board.

Abstract: An apparatus for applying lap siding including a main body chassis, a lap siding clamp member, an exposure rod, and a lap siding rest platform. The main body chassis includes a main body base plate with a siding clamp rod support member and a siding backing member positioned opposite and substantially parallel to the siding clamp rod support member. The siding clamp includes a threaded siding clamp rod which adjustably engages the siding clamp rod support member, and has a clamping head attached to its inner end. The exposure rod extends substantially perpendicularly upwardly from the main body base plate. The lap siding rest platform is substantially parallel with the main body base plate and is attached to the exposure rod in a manner adapted to allow for vertical adjustment thereof to a predetermined height above the main body base plate.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a hand tool for the installation of elongated horizontally overlapping siding on a vertical framework.

Abstract: Apparatus 10 discloses a handle 32 for manipulating the device and an extending rule portion 18 having a series of markings or measurements 26 embossed along its edge serving as a base of spacing measurement for a pivotally mounted swing arm 22 and a slide arm 24 perpendicularly attached thereto that may be adjusted to a desired distance. After a desired distance is set the swing arm 22 serves to maintain spacing and parallelism by having a bubble level 36 fabricated into each of its ends to test if the materials held flush are level. After correct measurements are made the apparatus 10 may then be used as a gauging tool for the quick and ready spacing and setting of materials afterwards.

Abstract: A tool temporarily supports a first piece of siding against a structure. The tool is removable after the first piece of siding is at least partially secured to the structure. The tool is then usable to temporarily support a second piece of siding against the structure by temporarily securing the tool to the first piece of siding. The tool includes a longitudinal member with a hook at one end. The hook is used for temporarily securing the tool to the first piece of siding by placing the hook over the top edge of the first piece of siding. The tool includes another longitudinal member for temporarily supporting the second piece of siding. A handle section on the tool facilitates positioning, insertion, and removal of the tool. The tool is also adjustable to control the exposure of a previously installed piece of siding relative the temporarily supported piece of siding.

Abstract: A tool for installing siding, such as horizontally-disposed, overlapping siding is disclosed. In one embodiment, the tool comprises an elongate longitudinal portion having top and bottom end portions. A top siding-engaging portion extends from the top end portion and a bottom siding-engaging portion extends from the bottom end portion of the portion. A siding-support portion also extends from the longitudinal portion. In use, the tool may be pushed onto a first piece of siding to cause the top siding-engaging portion to frictionally engage a top transverse edge of the piece of siding and the bottom siding-engaging portion to frictionally engage a bottom transverse edge of the piece of siding. The first piece of siding can then be placed at an appropriate position against a structure above a previously-installed, second piece of siding, so that the siding-support portion rests on the second piece of siding.

Abstract: A siding hook and a gauge for positioning a length of siding at a predetermined degree of overlap over an installed length of siding is disclosed. The gauge comprises an elongate slide bar and a stop block slidably mounted on the slide bar. The stop block is clamped to the slide bar by screws which thread into holes formed in the stop block. The heads of the screws are entrapped within the stepped slot of the slide bar. Both the slide bar and the stop block have flat surfaces devoid of projections which could mar siding, and rounded or beveled edges and corners. The siding hook is S-shaped, formed from thin sheet metal or plastic, and configured to overhang the installed siding while supporting a length of siding being installed over installed siding. A measuring device and level are incorporated into the design of the gauge.

Abstract: A siding installation tool is provided comprising a main body portion including a spacing flange. The spacing flange includes a hook member disposed to hang the tool from a top edge of a first siding panel and a seat member disposed to receive the bottom edge of a second siding panel, wherein the flange portion is sized to provide a partial overlap of the first siding panel by the second siding panel when the tool is attached to the first siding panel by the hook member and the second siding panel is seated in the seat. The tool also includes measuring means located on the tool.

Abstract: A body has a support surface for temporarily supporting a siding, trim, or other construction piece that is to be installed on a building wall. A suction cup is controllable to temporarily adhere by suction the support device to the building wall. An extendible spacer is used to accurately position the support device on the building wall. Notches in the body receive the ends of a tape measure or chalk line for accurately sizing and positioning the construction pieces. The support device can be used with existing compressors, vacuum pumps, or other suction-inducing devices. A venturi tube in the body generates the suction when an air compressor is used. A method of installing the siding, trim, or other construction pieces is also provided.

Abstract: A siding tool is provided that enables a single person to install plank siding on a building. The main body of the tool is provided in the form of a flat elongated bar. The top end of a flat elongated bar is bent 180 degree to form a hook. The tip portion of the hook is tapered to facilitate insertion behind a previously installed plank of siding. The main body includes neck portion attached to the hook. The neck portion has a threaded aperture there through that is positioned a predetermined distance from the top end of the bar. The bar further includes two 30-degree bends resulting in the formation of an angled extension portion connected to the neck portion and a handle portion connected to the extension portion. A movable member is provided in the form of a short generally flat bar having two 90-degree bends therein defining a foot portion with a bolt-receiving aperture there through and a seat portion.

Abstract: A siding tool is provided that enables a single person to install plank siding on a building. The main body of the tool is provided in the form of a flat elongated bar. The top end of a flat elongated bar is bent 180 degree to form a hook. The tip portion of the hook is tapered to facilitate insertion behind a previously installed plank of siding. The main body includes neck portion attached to the hook. The neck portion has a threaded aperture there through that is positioned a predetermined distance from the top end of the bar. The bar further includes two 30-degree bends resulting in the formation of an angled extension portion connected to the neck portion and a handle portion connected to the extension portion. A movable member is provided in the form of a short generally flat bar having two 90-degree bends therein defining a foot portion with a bolt-receiving aperture there through and a seat portion.

Abstract: A tool that assists in installing lap siding. The tool includes a body having a handle and a pair of vertically spaced-apart seat assemblies that define a seat distance therebetween. The lower seat assembly is adapted to engage the lower portion of a previously installed siding piece, and the upper seat assembly is adapted to support the lower portion of a siding piece to be installed at the determined reveal distance relative to the previously installed siding piece. The reveal distance is at least substantially defined by the seat distance. In some embodiments, the tool enables two or more installers to with one hand properly hold and provide for level alignment of the piece of lap siding to be installed, while at the same time enabling the installers to mechanically fasten the same with the other hand. In some embodiments, the tool is adjustable to accommodate a range of reveal sizes.

Abstract: The Siding Revealer Gauge is a lightweight tool that when used properly will repeatedly give exactly the same measurement between layers of siding boards, shingles, and other flat materials installed in an overlapping fashion. Said lightweight tool also allows said overlapping flat materials to be installed much faster then with any tools already existing in the art of hanging said overlapping flat materials. The Siding Revealer Gauge has a handle attached to a back surface, a level top surface, and a ledge protruding from a front surface. The ledge protruding from the front surface of the gauge is placed against the butt of an installed piece of said material. The front face of the gauge should be held firmly against said flat material. The butt of the next layer of flat material should be laid across the top surface of the gauge.

Abstract: A tool and method for installing siding panels in overlapped relation. The tool comprises a clamp and lip arrangement for clamping and supporting a panel on a previously installed panel, a handle extending from the clamp, a first gauge for setting the overlap between successive panels, a second gauge for marking or drilling nail installation locations, and an arrangement for changing the amount of overlap between successive panels. In use, one or more of the tools are clamped along the bottom edge of a panel being installed and the tool supported by the lip on the upper edge of the previously installed board, enabling the installer to temporarily tack the new panel in place. The tool(s) can then be removed from the new piece by twisting and pulling down on the handle portion. The second gauge is used to mark/drill the nail installation locations, prior to or after tacking.

Abstract: A siding hook and a gauge for positioning a length of siding at a predetermined degree of overlap over an installed length of siding is disclosed. The gauge comprises an elongate slide bar and a stop block slidably mounted on the slide bar. The stop block is clamped to the slide bar by screws which thread into holes formed in the stop block. The heads of the screws are entrapped within the stepped slot of the slide bar. Both the slide bar and the stop block have flat surfaces devoid of projections which could mar siding, and rounded or beveled edges and corners. The siding hook is S-shaped, formed from thin sheet metal or plastic, and configured to overhang the installed siding while supporting a length of siding being installed over installed siding. A measuring device and level are incorporated into the design of the gauge.

Abstract: A tool that assists in installing lap siding. The tool includes a body having a handle and a pair of vertically spaced-apart seat assemblies that define a seat distance therebetween. The lower seat assembly is adapted to engage the lower portion of a previously installed siding piece, and the upper seat assembly is adapted to support the lower portion of a siding piece to be installed at the determined reveal distance relative to the previously installed siding piece. The reveal distance is at least substantially defined by the seat distance. In some embodiments, the tool enables two or more installers to with one hand properly hold and provide for level alignment of the piece of lap siding to be installed, while at the same time enabling the installers to mechanically fasten the same with the other hand. In some embodiments, the tool is adjustable to accommodate a range of reveal sizes.

Abstract: A device allowing a sole installer to install overlapping board siding on a wall is described. The device includes an s-shaped hanger having a u-shaped portion and an inverted u-shaped portion sharing a common leg. A handle extends horizontally from the lower portion of said hanger, substantially perpendicular to the common leg. To install the siding, the installer hangs the first board run. Next, the inverted u-shaped portion of the s-shaped hanger is placed over a first board of the first board run and a second board to be installed is fitted within the u-shaped portion of the s-shaped hanger. The installer fastens the far end of the second board using a single fastener so that the second board can pivot about the fastener. The installer returns to the first end and pivots the second board to free the hanger. The installer rotates the hanger so that the common leg fits under the first board and the handle extends upwardly parallel to the side of the wall.

Abstract: A tool and method for installing siding panels in overlapped relation. The tool comprises a clamp and lip arrangement for clamping and supporting a panel on a previously installed panel, a handle extending from the clamp, a first gauge for setting the overlap between successive panels, a second gauge for marking or drilling nail installation locations, and an arrangement for changing the amount of overlap between successive panels. In use, one or more of the tools are clamped along the bottom edge of a panel being installed and the tool supported by the lip on the upper edge of the previously installed board, enabling the installer to temporarily tack the new panel in place. The tool(s) can then be removed from the new piece by twisting and pulling down on the handle portion. The second gauge is used to mark/drill the nail installation locations, prior to or after tacking.

Abstract: A siding application tool and a method for installing siding using the tool is described. The tool includes an overlap portion 14 having upper and lower ends, an L-shaped hook portion 10 with an upper bearing surface 12a that forms a generally right-angle hook with the overlap portion, an L-shaped retainer portion 16 with a lower bearing surface 12b that forms a generally right-angle retainer with the overlap portion, and a plate member 18, which may optionally include a slot 20 configured to accept the tongue of a tape measure.

Abstract: A tool for installation of horizontal siding strips having a flat front face and a rear face with a top and bottom portion, and having the top portion sloping rearwardly. The farther has a rearwardly projecting lip located at the bottom portion of the rear face and an upwardly projecting lip extending along the front face. A method for installing horizontal siding strips using the tool.

Abstract: The present invention includes a gauging tool for attachment to a fastener gun which dispenses fasteners. The gauging tool includes a positioning shoulder that is placed against the shoulder of siding that is to be secured to the wall of a building. The siding includes an attaching lip through which fasteners are driven for fastening the siding to the wall. The gauging tool of the present invention automatically positions the fastener a selected distance from the shoulder of the siding and automatically drives the fastener a selected depth into the wall.

Abstract: A tool for installation of building siding includes an elongate base portion, an arm portion extending at a right angle thereto, and terminates in a flange portion extending at a right angle from the arm. A clip member is carried on the upper surface of the base, and extends toward the arm portion to define a gap therebetween. For use, one or more of the tools are placed on the bottom edge of the piece of siding so that the siding is releasably captured in the gap. The piece of siding can then be placed at an appropriate position on a wall above a previously-installed piece of siding, so that the flange rests on the upper edge of the previously installed piece. The installer may rest the piece of new siding, with the tool(s) in place, on the previously installed piece of siding, enabling the installer to temporarily nail the new piece in place. The tool(s) can then be removed from the new piece by twisting and pulling down on the handle portion.

Abstract: An apparatus for installing siding on a wall by a single person is disclosed. The apparatus includes a siding hook and a gauge for positioning a length of siding at a predetermined degree of overlap over an installed length of siding. The gauge comprises an elongate slide bar and a stop block slidably mounted on the slide bar. The stop block is clamped to the slide bar by screws which thread into holes formed in the stop block. The heads of the screws are entrapped within the stepped slot of the slide bar. Both the slide bar and the stop block have flat surfaces devoid of projections which could mar siding, and rounded or beveled edges and corners. The siding hook is S-shaped, formed from thin sheet metal or plastic, and configured to overhang the installed siding while supporting a length of siding being installed over installed siding.

Abstract: The lap siding installation tool is a reusable tool that allows one person to easily handle and install horizontal lap siding on the side of a house or other similar structure. The preferred embodiment of this invention is a simple squared “Z” shaped bracket with spring mechanism that will grip the lower edge of the siding board to be installed. The upper part of the tool provides a “ledge” or “lip” on the backside of the board which will rest on the upper edge of a previously installed board. This “ledge” is in a defined position above the lower edge of the siding board to be installed such that a consistent overlap of the boards is maintained per the lap siding manufacturer's specifications. The board is then fixed to the structure in two (2) places along its upper edge, normally by nails or screws. The tools can then be easily removed by pulling outward on the lower edge of the board a small distance allowing the tools to be pulled downward off of the board.

Abstract: A siding application tool and a method for installing siding using the tool is described. The tool includes an overlap portion 14 having upper and lower ends, an L-shaped hook portion 10 with an upper bearing surface 12a that forms a generally right-angle hook with the overlap portion, an L-shaped retainer portion 16 with a lower bearing surface 12b that forms a generally right-angle retainer with the overlap portion, and a plate member 18, which may optionally include a slot 20 configured to accept the tongue of a tape measure.

Abstract: An apparatus for applying shingles onto a roof of a structure. The apparatus includes a first and second retractable/extendable rail, with the first and second rails being positioned to ends of a roof in a parallel relationship to each other. The first and second rails are configured with slots positioned approximately 5″ apart from each other. The apparatus also includes a third retractable/extendable rail, which is positioned in corresponding opposing slots in the first and second rails. A fourth and a fifth rail are hingedly connected to the third rail, with the fourth rail having a bottom portion for resting shingles against as they are placed in proper locations on the roof.

Abstract: A guide tool allows ridge covers to be installed on a ridge, hip, or rake of a roof with a uniform overlap of adjacent ridge covers. Consequently, a uniform shadow effect is achieved by adjacent ridge covers all along the ridge, hip, or rake of the roof, and the appearance of the roof is improved. A method of using this tool in applying ridge covers on a roof is presented also.

Abstract: A shingle gauge includes a circular collar that is adjustable secured to the hammerhead of a conventional hammer and includes a pair of rearwardly projecting side rails, which are connected by a stud having a cylindrically headed nuts fastened outside the side rails. The distance between the cylindrically headed nuts and a front edge of the shingle gauge is used to measure the desired distance between adjacent rows of shingles fastened to a roof.

Abstract: The instant invention consists of a handholdable spring loaded clamp unit with a lower jaw and an upper jaw such that when the clamp is squeezed open and the lower jaw is placed up, under a course of lain sideboard, the clamp when released from being held in amenable to being supported against the outer face of the sideboard while also holding an L-shaped jig component which in turn holds an adjustable L-shaped jigstand upon the base of which there can rest the bottom edge of a course of sideboard to be lain affixed to the course of lain sideboard.

Abstract: A siding installation tool for the installation of horizontally overlapping siding boards on the exterior of a building structure. The tool includes a J-shaped hook that is integrally formed to an elongated body member at a terminal end thereof for attachment to an upper edge of a siding board that has been previously installed on the building. The tool includes an inverted L-shaped handle that is pivotally attached by a connecting rod that can be inserted through one of several adjustment apertures in the body member to provide predetermined amounts of overlap of the siding boards. To enable removal of the tool from between two siding boards after aligning them, the L-shaped handle is pivoted 180 degrees about an offset axis creating a clearance gap between the body of the L-shaped handle and a lower edge of the siding board being installed. This gap permits the tool to be pushed upwardly so that the end of the J-hook clears the upper edge of the siding board whereon the tool has been positioned.

Abstract: A siding application and gauge tool which permits one person to apply siding to a building. At one end a knife edge or hook is inserted behind the nailed siding. A top ridge is of sufficient width to fit over the top of the nailed siding. The overlap gauge fits adjacent to the nailed siding providing the proper overlap length for the next piece of siding. The material support section with stop, supports the piece of siding in an upright position. The length of the material support section with lip corresponds to the width of the exposed siding.

Abstract: A tool for installing siding on a building wall is disclosed wherein only two formed metal parts are shown which are of utter simplicity and are relatively adjustable one to the other to provide variation in desired exposure to weather of each underlying siding member as determined by the positioning of the parts in assembled relation. A generally J-shaped bracket and an adjustable U-shaped siding support are provided with the support being releasably attached to the bracket with a pair of legs on the support extending through a pair of a series of openings in the bracket. The bracket has a lower hook with a reversely bent lip which may be inserted into wedged engagement between a building wall and an affixed strip of siding for readily securing the tool in position to enable a leg of the support to provide the only assistance required for a single worker to install an overlying strip of siding.

Abstract: A vertical body member has a slot leading down from the upper end thereof for receiving and supporting a piece of siding to be installed. The slot has a depth that determines the overlap of a piece of siding and is defined at the rear by a wall terminating in its upper end in a rearwardly turned hook portion that can hook over the top edge of an installed piece of siding for supporting the body member and a piece of siding to be installed. The hook portion has a selected rigidity such that it will support a piece of siding that is being installed but also has a resilience that allows it to straighten out when the body member is pulled forcefully downwardly whereby the rear wall and hook portion can be slid out from between a previously installed piece of siding and a piece of siding just installed. The hook portion has memory characteristics such that it will reassume its hook shape after being removed from between the siding pieces.