As a contractor, it’s easy to be so knowledgeable about something that you forget that not everyone knows the things you know. The case–and my own personal story–here is with fascia painting.
While painting the exterior of a client’s home, the client asked me several questions that were, to me, easy to answer. I didn’t realize that my telling them to ensure the fascia isn’t taken over by fungus meant nothing to them. They didn’t know what fascia was. How could they know what “fascia painting” was?
The client very respectfully asked me what fascia boards were and asked why it was so importan, and I apologized. Thing is, it’s real easy to slip into our language. Especially on the job.
What Are Fascias?
After a short explanation
Turns out not everyone knows the difference between fascias and soffits. Or even that they’re two separate parts of a thing they didn’t know was a thing.
Fascias are part of the edge of the roofing of your home.
Usually part of the guttering, the fascia board is the section of the roofline that connects the roof to the exterior walls.
Because of its role in the drainage system, fascias are expected to be subject to the worst of weather conditions.
This makes fascia painting and maintenance an essential aspect of home maintenance.
Fascias have to be painted and replace numerous times, so it’s a good idea to get someone in who knows what they’re doing.
Also, someone who explains this to you when the words fascia painting first come up.
Why is Fascia Painting So Important?
Because fascias play a main role in the drainage system, that means harsh weather, directly and indirectly, impacts it.
Generally, depending on where you live, fascia painting and repairs should take place every 8-10 years.
A Tradesman’s Take
While entirely possible to repair or paint fascia on your own, it’s in your best interest and more cost-effective to hire a professional handyman.
Hiring a tradesman to do your fascia painting means that before the job even starts, they’ll do an assessment on your roofline and guttering.
If there’s a larger problem with the guttering, then they’ll address this with you before they broach the fascia painting.
Old guttering can destroy the new fascia fast, so if that’s seen to before the repairs on the boards start, it’ll be less of a job for client and handyman.
Hiring a professional means every section will be checked over as part of the process. A professional will:
- Strip chipped and peeling paint from the boards
- Remove rot and fungus – if there – and apply filler
- Sand down the boards before painting for a smooth finish
- Apply four coats of paint: 2x primer, 1x undercoat, 1x gloss
If you value your house a lot, it’s probably time to get the professionals in.
How Much Does it Cost?
The pricing for a full fascia painting and repair depends on the size of your house and the amount of repair work
If they’re old and rot or fungus has eaten away at them, it will cost more to have them fixed.
For the most part, you’re paying for the professional’s time and the best materials we know to use.
It’s affordable is the point, and it will 100% save you money in the long run.
In Conclusion …
If you haven’t thought about painting fascia yet, it might be time you did.
Protect your house by taking care of it.
Or, get us to do it for you