How Do You Change Exterior Window Trim?
Exterior window trim may require replacing due to damage caused by water, insects or prolonged exposure to the sun. Rotted or damaged casing can allow water to penetrate the shell of the building or provide entry for insects and termites, so replacing damaged trim is a necessary part of home maintenance. Once you understand how to change exterior window trim, you can choose to replace the trim on all sides of the window or just on one side. You can even choose to replace undamaged exterior trim to change the look of your house. Cut the caulk around the outside of the exterior window trim where it meets the siding or exterior cladding and along the interior of the window trim where it meets the window jamb. Use a utility knife to do this, with the goal of cutting completely through the caulking. Pry off a piece of window trim by inserting a thin bladed pry bar between the trim and the window jamb near a corner of the trim. Use light hammer blows to drive the blade under the trim. If pos
