Fascia & rot repair
Fascia & Roof-Related Rot Repair in Greater Seattle
Replacing rotted fascia boards and roof decking caused by roof or gutter water, after finding the moisture source so the damage does not come back.
How Fascia & Roof Rot Repair works
Fascia boards run along the roof edge and carry the gutters. When water overflows gutters or gets behind the drip edge, fascia and the edge of the roof deck can rot.
Replacing rotten wood without fixing the water source means it rots again. We look for why the wood got wet, such as clogged or failing gutters, missing drip edge or a roof leak, and include that in the scope.
Fascia and rot repair, explained
Inspection and moisture source
We check the fascia, the roof edge, the gutters and the drip edge to find where water is getting in, and photograph what we find.
Damaged fascia and decking
We remove and replace rotted fascia boards and damaged roof decking we can reach from the roof edge. Painting new fascia may be a separate line in your estimate.
Hidden damage
Rot is often larger than it looks from the ground. If we find more once boards come off, we stop, photograph it and explain any change in scope before continuing.
Coordination with gutters
Gutters are usually removed to replace fascia. It can be a good time to repair or replace them.
When damage exceeds our scope
If rot extends into rafters, wall framing or siding beyond the roof edge, we will tell you and recommend contacting a qualified carpenter or general contractor.
The honest take
Advantages & things to consider
Advantages
- Moisture source investigated first
- Damaged fascia and roof-edge decking replaced
- Coordinated with gutter repair or replacement
Things to consider
- Hidden damage is often found once boards are removed
- Rot into rafters or walls may need another contractor
Is this right for your home?
Suitable problems
Soft or rotted fascia, gutters pulling away, soft roof edges.
What an inspection can determine
The likely moisture source and visible extent of damage.
What may change the scope
Hidden rot found once boards are removed.
Limitations
Structural framing and siding repairs may need another contractor.
What we inspect
Estimates start with an on-site look at your roof. Attic checks depend on safe access.
Fascia boards along the roof edge
Roof decking at the eaves
Gutters, hangers and downspouts
Drip edge and roof-edge flashing
Common questions
Questions about Fascia & Roof Rot Repair
What causes fascia rot?+
Usually water from overflowing or leaking gutters, missing drip edge, or a roof leak at the edge. We look for the source before replacing wood.
Do I need new gutters if my fascia is rotted?+
Not necessarily, but the gutters usually come off to replace the fascia, so it is a good time to check their condition.
What if the rot goes further than the fascia?+
We tell you and photograph it. Damage to rafters, walls or siding beyond the roof edge may need a carpenter or general contractor.
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Tell us what's going on with your roof and we'll set up an inspection and a written estimate.