Fascias & Soffits
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Fascia & Soffits
Halifax Crown Roofing is here to help you understand fascias and soffits better, including what they are used for, why you need them on your home, how we can install, repair or replace them if necessary.
What are fascias and soffits?
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Fascias and soffits are roof elements installed around homes, sometimes on the front or the back of your house. They are most commonly used to help the water drain properly from roofs, but they also serve as an essential aesthetic feature for properties. You will typically find fascias and soffits near chimneys and vents in houses, where it can prevent rainwater from leaking into them – which could cause severe damage if left untreated!
Benefits of fascias and soffits
As mentioned above, there are several benefits associated with installing fascias and soffits on your home. These include being aesthetically pleasing while protecting against roof leaks that can lead to significant property damage if not dealt with promptly.
Our range of services around fascias and soffits
Fascias and soffits installation
Every building needs these, no matter what type of property you have.
Fascias and soffits replacement
If your fascias or soffits are too damaged to repair appropriately, there is always the option of replacing them entirely!
Fascias and soffits repairs
We can make repairs on your existing fascias and soffits, repairing any damage that has occurred.
Velux ® Windows
If you have a roof window or skylight attached to your house, you must maintain these windows for safety reasons. They also tend not to be very aesthetically pleasing once they start showing their age, which is where our range of products come in handy!
Roof Lanterns
Roof lanterns can go a long way towards making the exterior look more appealing while improving ventilation within the home as well – perfect if you don’t want a loft conversion!
Barge boards
Barge boards are most frequently used as a decorative element on the gable end of your home, but they’re also great for keeping water out and helping to protect against rot.
Cladding
While cladding is best used to protect the exterior of your home from rot and other damage, it can also be a great way to add an extra layer of insulation.
FAQs
What are the signs of bad signs and fascias?
The most common signs of decaying fascias and soffits are wood rot, wet patches on exterior surfaces near the roofline, or discoloration.
What are ways to protect the soffits and fascias?
You can do many different things throughout the year that will help prevent damage to your home’s exterior, including clearing gutters regularly, applying annual coats of sealant around windows and doors, making sure plants don’t overhang roofs, etc.
What happens if you don’t repair your soffits and fascias?
The signs that show it is time to replace or repair your fascias/soffits include any cracks in the exterior cladding around doors or windows. There might be discolourations where there are holes in the frame. You should not ignore these! If you have noticed excess moisture within the cavity between ceiling and roof, this could indicate an issue with ventilation and condensation forming, which can cause mould growth.