Replacing Roof Soffit

Rotting fascia boards and soffits really underscore the importance of keeping your gutters cleaned.

Replacing roof soffit.

Remove rotted fascia remove the rotted section of fascia. Soffit repair removal replacement. Remove old soffit you can replace the old soffit from a ladder but be sure it is level and stationary. Ask your contractor for an estimate before they begin the work.

Soffits protect the area underneath a roof s overhang from weather that could cause the beams to rot and become vulnerable to mold buildup. Welcome youtube family to another how to diy video. Why your home needs soffits. Cut the last soffit board to fit then cover the sawn edge with the trim strip.

Use galvanized finish nails to fasten the soffit boards. For more information on our full line of b. Soffit repair costs anywhere from 1 400 and 1 800 for around 400 feet of materials. Builders license training institute instructor rodger peck will show you techniques for a temporary soffit repair.

This is normally only done for the damaged sections of soffit. How to replace a roof soffit board step 1. Advice from a pro 1. Remove shingle mold pry the narrow shingle mold from the fascia using a flat bar.

Insert a strip vent or other vents in the new soffit to ventilate the attic and roof. The motor is waterproof ip68 and has a 15 year warranty. The iliving attic exaust fan is powered by an adjustable solar panel 0 15 30 45. Expect to pay about 300 or less for isolated removal and replacement.

If it comes off without splitting. Paint to finish up. Be careful not to damage any nearby roof shingles or. It will cost about 3 to 7 per linear foot for removal and an additional 3 to 5 50 per linear foot for labor and materials.

Replacing soffits should be considered if the material is rotting or causing damage to the substrate below it. This week we would like to show you how to install soffit products as well as fascia trim products.