If you live in Augusta or anywhere in the CSRA, you know how quickly storms can tear into a house. One strong gust and suddenly your shutters are dangling, cracked, or missing completely. Shutters add style to your home, but they also protect your windows — so leaving them off isn’t a good option.
Here’s a step-by-step look at how to reattach storm-damaged shutters if you want to DIY it… and why many homeowners skip the headache and just call me to handle it for $25 per shutter.
Step 1: Inspect the Damage
Not all shutter problems are the same:
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Loose shutter, hardware intact – Likely just needs re-securing.
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Shutter intact, hardware broken – You’ll need new fasteners or anchors.
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Shutter cracked, warped, or missing – Replacement is the only option.
🐝 Check the siding or brick behind the shutter. If fasteners ripped out, the mounting holes may need patching before reinstalling.
Step 2: Gather What You’ll Need
If you’re tackling this yourself, grab:
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Drill (standard bit for siding, masonry bit for brick/stucco)
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New shutter fasteners or screws
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Level for alignment
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Tape measure
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Ladder & safety gear (especially second-story jobs)
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Replacement shutter (if necessary)
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Caulk or sealant for old holes
🐝 Don’t try to reuse snapped fasteners. Once they’ve broken, they won’t hold securely.
Step 3: Remove the Old Hardware
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Vinyl siding – Pull broken spikes out with pliers, or drill them out if stuck.
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Brick/masonry – Drill or chisel out old anchors, then patch holes with mortar or sealant.
🐝 Always fill unused holes — open gaps invite water, rot, and insect damage.
Step 4: Reattach the Shutter
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Hold the shutter in place and make sure it’s straight.
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Use a level to check alignment.
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Drill pilot holes at a slight downward angle to shed water.
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Insert shutter fasteners or anchors and secure them snugly.
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Double-check stability with a light shake.
🐝 Don’t overtighten. Shutters expand and contract in Georgia heat — too tight, and they’ll crack.
Step 5: Replace When Needed
If the shutter is beyond saving:
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Replace both shutters on the same window for a consistent look.
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Pre-paint or seal wood shutters before installing to handle Augusta’s humidity.
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Consider upgrading to storm-rated shutters if this keeps happening.
DIY or Call Me?
Look, you can do this yourself — but here’s the reality:
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You’ll need tools, hardware, and possibly a ladder.
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Second-story work isn’t fun (or safe) without experience.
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A “simple reattachment” can easily turn into a half-day project if holes are stripped or siding is damaged.
That’s why many homeowners just call me. I offer shutter reinstallation starting at $25 per shutter. Need new hardware? Second story? No problem. I handle the ladders, tools, and cleanup so you don’t have to.
🐝 Check out my full list of services under Dee Bee Freelancing Services.
Want to Be the Handyman Property Managers Call?
If you’re not here because your own shutters blew off — maybe you’re here because you want to start landing jobs like this yourself. That’s why I created Dee Bee’s Handyman Guide.
This guide isn’t about teaching you how to hold a drill — it’s about showing you how to connect with property managers in Augusta and the CSRA, how to price your work, and how to turn storm damage calls into steady, repeat business.
🐝 Learn more inside Dee Bee’s Handyman Guide.
Final Word
Storms happen. Shutters come loose. And whether you:
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Want to reattach them yourself using the steps above, or
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Would rather skip the hassle and have me handle it for $25 each…
…I’ve got you covered. And if you’re thinking bigger — maybe starting your own handyman hustle — my guide can show you how to get consistent property manager work right here in the CSRA.
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