Soffit and fascia repair needs in Whitney first demand an overview assessment of these critical structures' condition and, if necessary, a detailed professional analysis. The soffit and fascia are key players in protecting a home from a variety of weather-related perils, not to mention pests; they also provide ventilation to attics. Together with the roof, these elements are crucial to the home’s exterior, which means they also play an important role in the home’s curb appeal. When buying a house, most people at least do a look-see at the roofline and the porch overhang. They may not think of it in architectural terms, but that roofline and porch overhang are crucial to the home’s appearance.
A common repair many homeowners must make is fixing rotting soffits and fascia boards. This issue often occurs when moisture is allowed to infiltrate unchecked over a long period, and thus, it tends to turn up in the most rainy, humid parts of the country. Repairing the damage usually means taking out whatever parts have gone bad and putting in new, mostly wood (though some may opt for vinyl or aluminum) materials that can withstand the elements and insects much better than the old ones. Even so, new wood (or metal or vinyl) without a good coat of paint or preservation treatment is just asking for trouble. You need to hit the rot fast and hard, though, and not let it spread.
In some residences, the problems with soffits and fascias stem from improper initial installation or from previous repairs that didn't solve the real issue, which is often ventilation or the lack thereof. We know that poorly installed pieces can cause gaps that allow moisture and pests to get in and do further damage to the structure, but when these components are venting, it is essential that they vent correctly. That means not having any gaps or holes that invite the same kinds of destruction that mice or moisture can cause. One of the key components is making sure the soffits are properly vented and that all pieces fit together in a way that allows them to function as they were intended to when they were first installed.
