When it comes to your roof, there are areas that you might not always think to examine during a routine inspection. One of those areas is the fascia, or the parallel edge that is connected to the ends of your rafters or trusses. It is common for your gutters to be attached to the fascia and its job is to protect the edge of the roof from the outdoors. 

Fascia can easily be damaged because of its vulnerable location and should be examined on a regularr basis. To help you know what to look for, we’ve put together a list of common signs your fascia may be rotten.

4 Common Signs of Rotting Fascia

  1. Peeling Paint – One of the most commone signs of rotting fascia board is flaking or peeling paint. This will be the most obvious physical evidence you have rotten wood. You will want to call your local roofer to confirm and repair your fascia board as soon as you see flaking paint.
  2. Stains or Streaks – If you notice stains or streaks along your fascia or gutters, this is another sign of rotting to the wood below. We recommend checking the wood, if you can do so safely. If you cannot, contact your trusted roofer. They will be able to inspect your roofing system and provide you with necessary repairs.
  3. Sagging Gutter – As the fascia is a common area for gutters to be installed, another physical sign of rotting is a sag in your gutter. Nails can become loose and cause your gutters to fall from the roof when the fascia is rotten. With no solid space for an anchor, gutters will sag or fall away from your home.
  4. Soft Patches -While this may not be a very obvious sign, during a routine roofing inspection, you may find areas of the fascia wood that arer soft. This is a key sign that your fascia boards are rotting. Soft patches in the wood can easily lead to additional hole formation and significant damage to your home. You will want to have these patches repaired immediately.

Seek Professional Help

Typically, by the time you see these signs of rotting fascia, the material has already begun decaying. If this damage goes ignored, your roofing structure can become compromised as well. We highly recommend you consult a professional and allow them to perform an inspection of your roof. 

Craven Construction provides quality roofing services to the East Valley. Contact us today if you believe you have rotten fascia or would like a free estimate.

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Craven Construction is dedicated to providing our customers with honest and reliable roofing services. With over two decades of residential and commercial experience, we are here to serve you and all of your roofing needs.

Our team of experienced roofers is licensed and knowledgeable in working with all types of roofing. We offer high quality roofing services and are capable of getting your project completed in a timely, efficient manner.