In the excitement of buying a new home, many people neglect to budget for regular maintenance and repairs. It’s suggested to have around 1% of the home’s purchase price available each year for repairs.

Trimming trees, replacing windows, and replacing indoor carpeting are just a few examples of things you may need to do.

It’s also crucial to pay attention to your roof. Soffits and fascia are key structural elements that keep water, debris, and animals out. While sturdy, these features sometimes need to be replaced.

Wondering if it’s time to replace soffits or fascias? Keep reading for five signs you should keep an eye out for.

1. Signs of Uninvited Guests

Especially in colder seasons, your home shines like a beacon to pests looking for shelter. If you begin to hear noises above your head or find signs of nests or droppings in your attic, you may have an issue with your fascias and soffits.

Keep an eye out for any bite marks too.

It’s important to catch this issue early on as left unattended, pests can cause expensive damage to your roof.

2. Your Paint Is Cracking and Flaking

Curb appeal matters when buying and selling a home, but certain things go beyond just looking pretty. If you start to notice flaking or cracked paint on your soffits or fascia, it may be time for a replacement.

These issues, along with bubbles in the paint can cause water to leak into your home. This will cause damage and could lead to health implications of mold.

3. Questionable Ventilation

Soffits help provide ventilation for your home, especially the attic. They limit heat, moisture, and the build-up of condensation. These features reduce the risk of rotting wood and improve air conditioner efficiency.

Impaired or no ventilation suddenly may signal your soffits and/or fascia are blocked or damaged. If they are significantly damaged, consider doing your research for a company with plenty of roofing experience.

4. Leaky and Wobbly Gutters

Are you gutters leaking? Have they started to droop? If so, it may be time to invest in new soffits and fascia. Fascia provides structural support for gutters so if it becomes damaged, the gutters will no longer perform as expected.

5. Chance of Asbestos

One final reason you should consider replacing fascia and soffits is Asbestos. It is a very dangerous material and should be handled by a professional if suspected in your home.

Experts will be able to examine your home and tell if it was used in your soffits and fascia. If confirmed, they will work with you for a safe removal plan.

Replace Soffits and Keep Your Home a Happy Home

With this guide, it should be clear when you need to replace soffits and fascia. While it may seem like a big undertaking, when you work with the right people, it will be a stress-free experience.

Have some additional questions or want to discuss your specific situation? Please contact us and we would love to help you out!