How To Maintain Your Fascias, Soffits and Guttering

Your soffits, fascias and gutters play an important role in protecting and supporting the structure of your roof but they often get overlooked. This can be a costly mistake as any damage can pose risk to the integrity of your roof and also, in the worst-case scenario, cause water to get into your house.

To tackle this, regular maintenance of your roofline is important so that you are able to spot any damage or issues early before they are unrepairable. 

In this article, we take a closer look at how you should go about maintaining your soffits, fascias and guttering so your home stays nice and dry and your roof is well protected. 

Maintaining your fascias, soffits and guttering 

Peeling and flaking paint 

Typical to timber soffits and fascia boards, flaking and peeling paint isn’t exactly aesthetically pleasing. Not only that, it can be a sign that the wood underneath has started to swell due to dampness. Therefore, you should check for any signs of rot before it starts to spread.

 In terms of aesthetics, by sanding and repainting your soffits and fascias as soon as the paint starts to peel, you can prevent the problem from getting worse. 

Signs of damp or rot

It is important to catch any signs of damp or rot early as this can quickly spread and put the structure of your roof at risk.  In some cases, to prevent it from spreading to other areas, you are able to just replace the affected area as opposed to the entire soffit or fascia board.

Unclogging gutters

Over time excess debris such as leaves and twigs can build up in your guttering preventing water from flowing. If left unchecked, a clogged gutter can be costly as rainwater can overflow and leak into your roof and, in a worst-case scenario, even your house. By regularly cleaning and removing debris from your gutters, you can help prevent them from clogging up. 

Inspect for leaks

A leaking gutter might not seem like much of a problem on the surface but, in fact, it leaves your roof very vulnerable to being flooded by rainwater which is a much more serious issue. A leaking roof can cause rainwater to rot your roof and also encourages mould to grow. A rotting roof is a very difficult and costly problem to repair. In order to avoid this, it is important to inspect your gutters for any leaks and fix them before they become a more serious problem. 

A leaking gutter is a pretty clear problem to spot as water will pour from the middle of them. Fixing a leaking gutter is also a relatively simple procedure as you can use sealant or patches to fill in any holes.

In most cases, regular maintenance of your soffits, fascias and guttering can help to stop any potentially more serious problems in their tracks. However, sometimes these problems are more difficult to spot and by the time you do notice them the damage may be already and is beyond repair. 

When it comes to replacing any element of your roofline, it is important to choose a trusted installer to carry out the replacement in order to ensure a quality installation. 

At Trade 2 Trade Windows, we take great pride in our work which is why we always go the extra mile to ensure that each of our customers receives the best products and first-class service. With our dedication to providing unbeatable service, we have built a prestigious reputation with our clients across Kent. 

If you’re looking to replace your fascias, soffits or gutters, get in touch with us and a member of our team will be happy to start the process.