Replacing fascias

Posted by Sue Richardson Capel, on Wed 22 Jan 2014 03:50pm

I had a leak indoors, rain water runs down the lee of two adjoining walls from the soffit level and into the small roof over my french doors. I had the leak fixed, and the soffit was sealed by caulking. My builder recommends replacing the fascia, but I would like more information. Can anyone tell me why rain water runs through the soffit? Is it better to replace both the fascia and the soffits? Thanks.

matthew howden

Thu 23 Jan 2014 08:01am

hello Sue. Firstly, replace the eaves felt. Secondly, have a roofer inspect the whole roof to see if there are any obvious leaks. rotten eaves felt would show signs of damp/leaks gradually over a period of time. A new, substantial leak suggests there may be other issues. Hope this helps Matt - A A Roofing, Widnes

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Benjamin Macann

Wed 22 Jan 2014 08:02pm

hi there you dnt need facias or soffits you def need the bottom row off felt looking at thanks ben mbc

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russell woodward

Wed 22 Jan 2014 05:15pm

Hi, sounds to me that the felt and tiles are at fault, when you had your fascists replaced did they put any eaves guard under the tiles and felt which would simply guide the water into the gutter ? Thanks Russ

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