Fascias and soffits are essential to any effective roofing system, which is why their correct installation is paramount both to the effectiveness and efficiency of your roof, but also its safety. The right roofing repairs and improvements can last years, seriously diminishing the need for a completely new roof being built at your property for a long period of time.
Here, we explain the process of installing both fascias and soffits, demonstrating the correct procedure when it comes to carrying out this work. If you are unsure or would like us to take a look, please get in touch. We would love to hear from you.
Remove the gutters
The first stage of the process, removing the gutters is a very important step in this installation work. Once removed, the first row of roof tiles should also be slid back to leave room for the imminent installation of the new fascia and soffit.
Remove fascias and soffits
The next step involves completely removing the roof’s fascias and soffits, trimming back any felt that is damaged to leave an exposed area beneath to work upon.
Check the rafter condition
Before continuing, it is vital that you check what condition your rafter is in to ensure it is strong enough to be support the new system, before carrying out any necessary repairs if they are required.
Attach the soffits and fascias
Once happy with the condition of the rafter, the soffit board can be fixed tightly to the brickwork, providing a sturdy join between the brickwork and the soffit itself. Next, the fascia board can be attached using a double fix to every rafter, ensuring the utmost fix. Then it is the question of the finish. Painting will require attention every 5 years or so. By applying zinc or any other metal finish, painting will be a thing of the past as a metal finish will give years of service without the need for maintenance.
Install rain gutters
Once you have fitted fascia and soffits, a rain gutters can now be installed. Available in a range of colours and styles, the guttering is also designed in such a way as to allow the water to drain away thanks to its slight fall.
Complete clean
Once the above steps have been completed, and the fascia and soffit are in place, your new roofing structure is ready to be thoroughly cleaned before being left to serve its purpose.
Though the right information is out there to carry out a variety of home improvement work on your roof yourself, it is always worth asking the experts to get those more technical jobs done right for you to ensure their correct procedure and long-lasting results.
At TC Roofers Dublin, we are proud to provide high quality roofing installation and repair services to our customers throughout County Dublin. To find out more about any of our services, or to arrange for roofing work at your property, simply contact us today. Our friendly team will be happy to help answer any enquiries you may have.