Fascia Boards
Fascia boards cap the edge of rafters outside your home and hold the gutters in place
Fascia boards cap the edge of rafters outside your home and hold the gutters in place
Roofing fascia serves a different but equally important role in preventing roof and attic damage due to moisture.
Fascia Boards is definitely the most significant part the job prior to any gutters being installed or repaired. A gutter system is only going to be as powerful as the fascia board it’s secured to. When we find wood rot when dealing with an older gutter system or when we detect it when putting together your free quote, All About Gutters is equipped with on team carpenters to look after any fascia corrosion necessary.
FASCIA BOARDS
We find that occasionally this significant step is missed or overlooked with other gutter contractors since it is not something they can take care of or aren’t keen to do. If the fascia isn’t dry and equipped to support a gutter system, then the gutter will pull off and flow in whatever direction it wishes. When obtaining quotes ask whether your gutter builder is prepared to replace any rotted boards if they’re discovered, here at All About Gutters, we are.
WHAT TYPES OF FASCIA CAN I HAVE INSTALLED?
Pre-primed Wood Trim is the most common trim/fascia board used when you just need to replace sections of trim. One disadvantage of using un-primed wood is you have to paint your trim, which means not missing any spots above the gutter. Water pours into the gutter from the roof and splashes on the trim board like it does when it hits the ground. We find that some painters will miss this strip of wood and if it gets skipped several times and left unprotected, it will rot.
FLASHING WORK
Flashing is the roofing material used for sealing joints on your roof. It comes in different types including counter flashing, back pan flashing, and step flashing. It is often used on the chimney, as well as in the repair of the damaged roof.
Roof flashing is an important part of your roofing. It helps to seal and protect your roofing joints from leaking. The flashing you use on your roof will go a long way to determine the reliability of your roofing against leaking. However, not every roofing contractor understands the importance of flashing to roofing, so one may not guarantee that every contractor will use it when your roof is contracted to them.
When you need to repair your roof leaks, flashing is required. It is a way to ensure a perfect job is done and prevent the water from damaging your home. Most times, getting the right flashing material isn’t a guarantee you will have the best outcome if not handled by a competent roofer. Therefore, a good flashing product needs a qualified roofing contractor to do a proper job.
Importance Of Roof Flashing
Flashing helps the building contractors with the flexibility of roof designs. Imagine how it will be possible to have a leak-proof roof with a chimney up on your roof or think of a dormer jet on your roof without water pouring inside of your home. This is the work of flashing to help you keep off the waters. Flashing allows builders to create amazing rooftop designs with the confidence that your roof will not leak. While flashing can help to protect your roof from leaking, it is important to have your flashing installation done by a competent roofer. A qualified roofing contractor is one with knowledge of the materials to use and the core value to offer the best service possible.
Roof Flashing & Roof Repair
Unfortunately, it is not always the case for homeowners to pick the best roofing contractor to carry out a flashing job properly. The following tips will help you understand the proper way to use flashing when repairing a leaking roof.
Replace flashing anytime you replace your roof shingles, except wall or step siding
Make sure that the contractor properly installs the flashing to prevent leaks. This is often done by clean application of flashing on the affected areas of the roof.
It is best to replace the flashing when you re-roof. This is to prevent leaving holes on your roof after you re-roofed.
Every new flashing has an expiry date of about 30 years. It is expected that anytime you work on your roof, a new flashing should be applied to renew the expected duration. Anytime you work on your roof you need to consider new flashing to maintain the longevity of the roof.
Roof Flashing Tips
Get the right roofing contractor. A professional has a name to protect.
Avoid massacre of tar on the flashing
Ensure every metal on your roof extend by 4 inches this will prevent water penetration
Ensure your roofer removes the exterior covering of the area to flash, failure will result in leaks
You can have peace of mind if you get a competent roofer for your flashing. For a qualified roofing contractor for your flashing works, contact us today.
