What is the purpose of fascia?

A soffit is the underside of an overhanging roof eave. The fascia is the upper edge of the outside wall. Fascia boards are often installed at the bottom of a roof to cover the gap between the roof sheathing and any exterior cladding. The fascia can be made of wood, vinyl, steel, or aluminium. Fascia is used to create a barrier between the edge of the roof and the outside.

Metal fascia price varies based on many factors. If cared for well and made from high quality wood, you can expect your timber fascia boards to last between 20 – 30 years. In the Australian climate, it's advised to only use hardwood or treated softwood, as weather conditions can be notoriously temperamental.

If cared for well and made from high quality wood, you can expect your timber fascia boards to last between 20 – 30 years. In the Australian climate, it's advised to only use hardwood or treated softwood, as weather conditions can be notoriously temperamental.

In Australia, it is not necessary to paint roof fascia boards unless they are in a position where the paint may start to chip or flake off in the future.

Fascia boards usually don't require painting. Painting them can be costly and is unnecessary if they are not going to be subject to direct weathering. If you plan on doing so anyway, you should seal them before painting.

Here are some steps to install metal fascia:

Measure the length of the rafters from eaves to ridge.

Choose the best material for the installation. Either Colorbond, treated pine, or maple. Polished or sandblasted.

Take off the top plates of the fascia board. We remove fascia boards with a hammer and screwdriver.

Remove the old tiles and install the metal or timber fascia.

Smooth out the edges or corners with sandpaper.

Paint the fascia if required.

The colorbond fascia is a material commonly used to cover roofs. When it is installed, a seam is left along the roof and this must be filled. This is done with a silicone sealant which is applied to the roof surface and then the fascia is laid over the surface. The sealant cures in about a week.

Yes, you can install a fascia board on your own. However, it will not be as strong as the kind that is installed by professionals. Therefore, when it comes to replacing or renovating your home, you should always consider hiring a professional.

Fascia installation Non-profiled fascia cover (flat sheet) installation is approx $1850 plus GST.