5 Signs It’s Time To Repair Your Roof’s Soffit And Fascia
A roofing system is complex, and it takes a number of systems to keep a home protected from the weather. Regular maintenance of the roof is essential, eventualities will always cause problems, and a soffit installation can be one a homeowner faces. A soffits repair can be a homeowner’s salvation from high costs that predicate roofing work.
What are Fascia and Soffit?
They meet at the roof’s edge and provide an enclosed space that stops water from entering your home. The fascia board is the connection that attaches the eaves to the roof edge and is outward-facing. The soffit connects to the edge on the underside that attaches to the wall of the house. They work at a 90-degree angle that provides attic ventilation, and they stop the entry of invasive species and bugs from gaining access to your attic.
-
Paint is Peeling or Cracking
The paint applied to the fascia will provide a strong indication of problems when you see the paint becoming dislodged from the fascia. Once the paint begins to peel, it creates an opening for water to invade. Remember that the fascia is made of wood in most cases, and water or moisture will begin the process of wood rot that will spread across the decking and into the rafters and trusses.
2. Leaky, Clogged Gutters
If your rain gutters look like they aren’t entirely secure – they aren’t – and that is the best time to replace both the fascia and soffit. Clogs or cracks in the gutters will impact the fascia and soffit’s ability to perform, and that is where problems start.
3. Pests
Bugs and rodents can harm a roofing system faster than all the other problems combined. The soffit and fascia are your sword and shield to stop the invasion of pests; if the problem is a recurring one, review the soffit and fascia for visual signs of problems that require solutions.
4. Moisture
If you see discolored areas or patches that look like water leaks, take action immediately. If not, water and or moisture will spread throughout the inner roof structure, which will have a cataclysmic effect on your building structure. Wood rot will weaken a roof’s trusses and rafters to the extent that they will no longer support the roof as a whole. Once that happens, it is only a matter of time before the roof falls in on the house.
5. Ventilation Problems
Maintaining a cool and dry environment will stop water and moisture accumulation, which is extremely important to roof performance. Keeping soffit free from obstructions is very important to help regulate air circulation and prevent damp, moist air from spreading into the attic, where untold damage can be done.
Our trusted team of professionals are here to help answers any questions and provide quotes and estimates free of charge. Let us help your home go boldly into any storm or night.
