Replacing Roof Soffit

How to replace a roof soffit board step 1.

Replacing roof soffit.

Why your home needs soffits. Expect to pay about 300 or less for isolated removal and replacement. Soffit repair removal replacement. Remove rotted fascia remove the rotted section of fascia.

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. For more information on our full line of b. Rotting fascia boards and soffits really underscore the importance of keeping your gutters cleaned. Remove shingle mold pry the narrow shingle mold from the fascia using a flat bar.

Soffits provide ventilation through the rafters and attic area to prevent buildup of humidity and increase the lifespan of roofing material. Remove old soffit you can replace the old soffit from a ladder but be sure it is level and stationary. The motor is waterproof ip68 and has a 15 year warranty. Be careful not to damage any nearby roof shingles or.

Ask your contractor for an estimate before they begin the work. If it comes off without splitting. Builders license training institute instructor rodger peck will show you techniques for a temporary soffit repair. Soffits protect the area underneath a roof s overhang from weather that could cause the beams to rot and become vulnerable to mold buildup.

Advice from a pro 1. This is normally only done for the damaged sections of soffit. Welcome youtube family to another how to diy video. This week we would like to show you how to install soffit products as well as fascia trim products.

Cut the last soffit board to fit then cover the sawn edge with the trim strip. Inspect eave after removing the fascia and soffit you can see where the rot or damage begins. Insert a strip vent or other vents in the new soffit to ventilate the attic and roof. Use galvanized finish nails to fasten the soffit boards.

Soffit repair costs anywhere from 1 400 and 1 800 for around 400 feet of materials. Paint to finish up.