Fascias, Guttering and Soffits in Norwich and Norfolk

We cover the installation and repair of fascias, guttering, soffits and bargeboards.

We offer a range of weather-resistant, low maintenance, and aesthetically pleasing roofline products to perfectly match your existing property.

Our experienced team of roofers will work with you to ensure the installation and repair of your roofline enhances the look of your property and guarantees you maximum protection from the elements for many years to come.

Whether you're looking to replace tired and worn fascias to fixing or replacing your essential guttering system to protect your home from water damage, we're here to help. Get in touch for a no-obligation quotation.

A guide to fascias, soffits and guttering

What each part does

The fascia is the board along the bottom edge of the roof that the gutters are fixed to. It supports the last row of tiles and closes off the ends of the rafters. The soffit is the board underneath, closing the gap between the fascia and the wall, and it often carries vents that keep air moving through the roof space. Bargeboards run along the sloping edges of a gable. The guttering and downpipes carry the rain from the roof to the drains.

Why uPVC

uPVC roofline products do not rot, need no painting and are easy to clean, which is why they have largely replaced timber on homes. They come in a range of colours and finishes, including white, black, brown and woodgrain effects, so a new roofline can match the windows and the style of the property.

Gutter problems and their causes

• An overflowing gutter is usually blocked with leaves, moss or grit washed off the tiles.
• A dripping joint means a seal has failed.
• A sagging run points to broken brackets or a fall that has been lost.
• Water running down the wall can mean the gutter has pulled away or a downpipe is blocked.

Left alone, an overflowing gutter soaks the wall below and can lead to damp inside the house.

Replacing the whole roofline

Replacing the fascias, soffits, bargeboards and guttering together means everything is done from one set of access, finished to match and protected for years to come. Where only part of the roofline is failing, a repair or a section of new guttering may be all it needs, and we will tell you which applies.

Ventilation

Many roofs rely on vents in the soffits to let air through the roof space and stop condensation building up in the loft. When soffits are replaced, the ventilation should be kept or added where the roof needs it.

Gutter shapes

Gutter guards

Mesh or brush guards fitted in the gutter keep leaves and moss out, which helps under trees. They are not maintenance free: debris can sit on top of the guard and still needs clearing, and a guard that is badly fitted can make overflowing worse.

Capping over timber or replacing it

There are two ways to put uPVC on a roofline. Capping fixes thin uPVC boards over the existing timber fascias, which costs less but leaves any rot hidden underneath to carry on. Full replacement takes the old timber away and fits new uPVC fascias, soffits and bargeboards in its place, so the roof edge is sound underneath as well as on the surface.

What affects the cost of new fascias and soffits

• The length of the roofline, and whether the house has one, two or more storeys
• Whether scaffolding or other access is needed
• Full replacement or capping, and the condition of the rafter ends behind the fascia
• Whether the guttering and downpipes are replaced at the same time
• The colour and finish chosen

Looking after gutters

Gutters are best cleared at least once a year, and more often under trees. Check from the ground after heavy rain for overflowing, dripping joints and water running down the walls, which are signs of a blockage or a failed seal.