Replacing Roof Boards

Since the fascia board is a one by i d like it to be a two by to push the gutter even farther away from the house even if i m using a 6 gutter.

Replacing roof boards.

Rotted boards are the result of moisture reaching the wood. Fascia boards are found around the edges of your roof and usually support your home s rain gutter system. The roof overhang consists of the rafters facing or fascia board gutter mold and soffit. I almost want to replace all the boards.

One solution is to replace the 5 with a 6 width but i don t even trust that. Water coming off my roof in part overshoots my gutter. I have been on the roof and it is very very soft in many spots. The longer you go without replacing roof decking that s been damaged the more problems it can create leading to costly repairs and more mold and mildew.

When my roofing contractors does my roof he said he will be replacing any bad boards with particle board. Replacing the rotten roof boards helps protect the integrity of your home and prevents damage from leaks. Rotten boards on your roof can lead to leaks and more rot. Over time these boards may start to rot or need to be replaced due to damage.

Long roofing uses the integrity roof system which includes diamond deck high performance underlayment to work with your shingles to protect your roof deck. It s a problem that demands immediate attention and there are no quick fixes. The soffit is the underside of a roof s overhang that seals the attic and finishes the eave. It is constructed from quarter inch plywood on most homes.

Luckily replacing a fascia board is as easy as taking out the old board and fitting a new one in its place. Your choice of roofing materials often depends on your locality as much as on your own personal taste. Leaking gutters over time cause rotting in the soffit as well as the facia and molding. Should he be using plywood or cdx plywood.

The house was built in 1968 and i have trusses with 22 between each.