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When Should You Replace Your Soffits and Fascia?

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5 Signs You Should Replace Your Soffits and Fascia 

5 Signs You Should Replace Your Soffits and Fascia
Soffits and fascia are key elements of your roof, bearing the brunt of heat, rainwater, storms, debris and critters. Further, they give your home a more finished look, hiding the rafters and elevating your curb appeal. Failing soffits and fascia can lead to major problems for your roof and exterior walls, and when they start to deteriorate, it’s often easier to replace them rather than repair them. 

Wondering when to worry about your soffits and fascia? Here are 5 signs it’s time for replacement.

1. Your Paint is Flaking
Flaking paint is never a good sign. While flaking paint affects the aesthetic look of your exterior, it can also lead to exposed wood, which may begin to rot if it’s not taken care of. Bubbles in the paint can also cause water to leak into your home, causing water damage and mold. 

2. Cracks in Your Soffits and Fascia
Soffits and fascia help support the roof, so the last thing you want is to see cracks in either of them. Not only are cracks unsightly, but they can also lead to leaking and water damage. They’ll only get worse over time, so make sure to replace your soffits and fascia as soon as you notice cracks. 

3. Evidence of Uninvited Guests
The last thing you want is to have pests or rodents in your home or attic. Soffits and fascia are designed to keep pests out, so if you find they’re still getting inside, it could signal an issue with your system. Make sure to call an exterminator to get the pests out, then look at replacing your soffits and fascia. 

4. Bad Ventilation 
Soffits and fascia are supposed to keep your attic and home properly ventilated, especially when it’s hot outside. If your attic is hot and stuffy and you’ve noticed little to no ventilation makes its way into your home, there could be something blocking the airflow, or you may need to have your soffits and fascia replaced because they could be damaged. 

5. Water in the Roof Void
Water in your roof void can lead to major damage and issues such as mold growth, rotting and pest damage. This could warrant expensive repairs to make your home safe to live in. Regularly check your soffits and fascia to see if they’re allowing moisture to leak into your roof void. If so, it’s best to call someone right away to replace them. 

Issues with your soffits and fascia can lead to considerable damage to your home. If you notice one or more of these 5 signs, it may be time for a replacement.

Source: MHSD
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