09-19-2019, 02:12 PM
Ugh, that's why I hate anything clad. It hides what is happening underneath. I'm afraid if you just clean it and caulk over, you are just hiding the real problem. I believe you need to try to remove the vinyl cladding to see what is under it. I'm guessing lots of wet and moldy wood. If it's not too bad, the rot can be cut out and replaced with dry pressure treated wood. If you are careful, you may be able to reuse the cladding.
Not a difficult job, but can be time consuming. Good luck.
Not a difficult job, but can be time consuming. Good luck.