Fascias and Soffits

Fascias are the boards fixed to the ends of the rafters around the roof edge, and soffits are the boards underneath that close off the gap between the fascia and the wall. Together they protect the roof timbers from weather, support the guttering, and give the roofline a finished look. When they rot or come loose, water and pests both find it easier to get into the roof space.

We fit UPVC fascias and soffits on most jobs because they do not need painting or maintenance the way timber does, and they hold their shape well over the years. Colours are available to match or update the property, and profiles can be matched to what is already there or changed if a homeowner wants a different look on a full replacement.

There are two main routes for a job like this: capping over the existing timber with UPVC trim, or stripping the old boards out completely and fitting new ones. Capping is quicker and cheaper where the timber underneath is still structurally sound, but it is only a sensible option if that timber genuinely has some life left in it. If it is soft or rotten, capping just hides the problem rather than fixing it.

Ventilation is worth thinking about at the same time as any fascia or soffit work, since soffits are often where roof void ventilation is built in through vented strips or circular vents. Poor ventilation in a roof space can lead to condensation problems over time, so we check whether the existing setup is doing its job or whether upgrading to ventilated soffits would help.

Bargeboards on gable ends get the same wear as fascias and are replaced or capped using the same approach, matched to the rest of the roofline so the finish looks consistent all the way round the property.

Because guttering is fixed directly to the fascia, any fascia replacement usually means removing and refitting the gutter as part of the same job. We take the opportunity to check the guttering itself and its falls while it is off, rather than just putting a worn system back up onto new boards.

Access for fascia and soffit work is generally from a tower or scaffolding depending on the height and layout of the property, and we include this in the written quote. We carry out fascia and soffit work across Coventry, Solihull, Warwick, Leamington Spa and Nuneaton, with guarantee terms confirmed in writing alongside every quote.