Fascias, Soffits & Guttering in Cromer

How we handle fascias, soffits & guttering

Fascias, soffits, and guttering are the first line of defence between your roof edge and the elements. When they fail - through rot, impact damage, or simply age - rainwater runs behind the boards and into the wall cavity, causing damp patches, damaged insulation, and eventually structural timber decay. Most homes in Cromer are exposed to salt-laden coastal winds that accelerate this deterioration, so these components need periodic inspection even on relatively modern properties.

The work typically involves stripping back the old fascia and soffit boards, checking the rafter feet and wall plate for any rot before fitting new material, then securing new UPVC or treated timber boards to a clean, sound substrate. Guttering is re-hung with correct falls - usually a 1:600 drop toward the downpipe - and all joints and unions are tested before we leave. On older terraced and semi-detached properties in Cromer we often find gutters that have been re-hung level over the years, which is why they overflow at the middle rather than draining cleanly.

Gutter and fascia work involves working at height on ladders or scaffold, and getting the gutter fall wrong by even a few millimetres causes persistent pooling. A professional installation also means the boards are correctly ventilated - undersoffit vents must be positioned to match any existing roof space ventilation, otherwise condensation builds up in the loft.

We survey the existing setup before quoting, so there are no surprises on the day. Most single-storey or standard two-storey runs can be completed in one day. All our installations carry a five-year workmanship guarantee, and we use Swish or Freefoam UPVC systems. Fascia and soffit replacement in Cromer typically costs £80-£120 per linear metre for a full strip and replace, depending on access and board width.

If your gutters are overflowing or you can see daylight behind a fascia board, call us to arrange a free inspection.