Fascia Board Replacement in Sacramento
Fascia is the flat board running along the roof edge that your gutters hang from. It is the first thing to rot on most Sacramento homes, because a blocked gutter holds water directly against it for months.
What the job involves
- Gutters removed and set aside, then rehung after
- Rotted board cut back to sound wood, past the visible damage
- New fascia installed, primed on all six sides before it goes up
- Drip edge and roof edge detail corrected so water sheds instead of wicking back
- Paint to match, or left primed if you are painting the house yourself
Why it comes back if only the board is replaced
A new board fitted behind the same overflowing gutter rots on the same schedule. The repair has to include why the water was sitting there — pitch, gutter capacity, a missing drip edge, or a downspout that discharges onto the roof below.
Common questions
Can you replace fascia without removing the gutters?
Not properly. The gutter hangs on the board being replaced, so it comes off and goes back on. It is also the only chance to see whether the gutter itself caused the rot.
How long does fascia replacement take?
A single run is often a same-day job. A whole-house replacement with gutter removal and repaint typically takes two to three days depending on the number of storeys.