October Construction Tool of the Month: Siding Jig

Our October Construction Tool of the Month is the Siding Jig, one of the main tools utilized on the IVHFH construction site when installing siding. IVHFH Construction Manager, Christy Shipley, explains what the siding jig is and its use on the construction site. Watch the video below to hear what she has to say!

What does Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity use this tool for?
The Siding Jig is primarily used when siding is needed to be cut long, straight, and repeatedly with a circular saw. It can be made from metal, wood, or any material the builder chooses. The jig itself allows you to place the siding in the position and to a mark that you have predetermined your length to be. The two guides on the jig always allows the saw to move across the marked spot. This tool provides a professional finish, making it possible for the siding to be visible on the front if necessary.