Fascia and Gutter Replacement

Without doubt, fascia and gutter are essential parts of any home. They protect your home from the elements, preventing water damage and keeping your property in good condition.

If your gutters are not functioning properly, you could be looking at some serious problems down the line. It may be time to consider a fascia and gutter replacement.

What’s more, the latest spouting styles and colours can add to the curb appeal of your home. They’re also very durable and long-lasting, which means they can be maintenance-free for many years to come.

So, if you’re looking for ways to extend the life of your home and quickly increase its value, look no further than a fascia and spouting replacement.

The Importance of Good Fascia and Spouting

The weather in New Zealand can cause extreme damage to buildings over time. Your home is exposed to many problems caused by the climate.

Fascia and guttering plays an important role in the integrity of your home by providing a water management system for roofing and cladding.

When storms hit and heavy rains come, your gutters might hold a large volume of water that needs to be directed away from the building.

When a fascia and gutter system is not functioning properly, debris can build up over time and cause blockages that cause your roof, soffit, fascia, gutter, and walls to weaken. 

These issues could result in damage to your home’s protective layer which then leads to rot and mould on your home’s internal structures. 

Your fascia also acts as a shield for your roof and it protects your home during the harsh seasonal weather. This means you have to pick materials that are durable and high quality to keep the rest of your roof’s structure safe.

The Problem With Old Fascia and Gutter

There have been many different construction methods and types of building materials used on New Zealand homes in the past.

While modern standards of building methods do a much better job of regulating how houses are built these days, there are thousands of homes that were built between 1980 and the early 2000s, known as “leaky buildings”, that are experiencing serious water damage due to poor construction methods and designs.

The Taylor and Klass brands became a popular fascia and gutter solution since they had a sleek and stylish appearance. In fact, if you drive around some older neighbourhoods constructed around this time, you’ll still notice that a large number of these homes still have a Taylor or Klass fascia.

Fascia-style (internal) guttering systems have several problems that could cause leaks into walls and lead to leaky building syndrome.

When there are blockages of water, excess rainwater during heavy rain will overflow back into the house, without the owner being aware.

The wall of a house can easily be rotted away behind the fascia and soffit because of the constant buildup of leaves or other debris blocking the gutters and downspout. Often, the decaying leaves and leaves blocking gutters also harbor aggressive decay fungi that will cause damage to a house.

When To Replace Your Roof Fascia

When is a fascia and spouting replacement needed? It’s really up to you, but you may need to get your fascia and gutter replaced if it appears to be damaged, chipped, weather-stained, or bowing. 

You should contact Fascia and Gutter NZ to get advice about the best time to replace the fascia and gutter if you see any of the following signs:

• Roof leak damage: if you left your fascia unsealed or did not trim it correctly, it might get moisture stained. Because of this condition moisture can go through the board and get into the wood creating potential rot in the fascia board. Over time the fascia also might loosen from its anchors causing it to fall.
• Corrosion or rust: If you have a steel internal gutter system and water has been pooling, your will start to see rust, particularly at the corner joints in the spouting system.
• Mould, fungus, and algae: These three growths can grow on fascia boards that are routinely wet. Worse, these growths can eventually spread to a roof and cause sags and leaks.
• Cracks may develop in the fascia board: however, these cracks do not necessarily signify it is time for a new fascia board.
• Animals can be very determined to get into your attic or ceiling space to look for a warm and cozy place to stay. They can chew fascia, your gutter, or make up any other little gaps between their head and the roof. Not every little hole is a big deal, but if you have a hole that is large enough to allow water to penetrate into your ceiling, you may need to repair it. Small holes can be sealed, but you may have to replace your fascia board if the hole is large enough.
• When the original fascia board starts to bow or show some of the signs of rot as a consequence of age a fascia and gutter replacement is likely to be the best solution.

Fascia and Gutter Replacement

If you have issues with your old, worn, and sometimes water-damaged fascia, you can rely on our expert technicians to have them replaced with the best-quality fascia and spouting available.

We can replace your existing fascia and gutter with a low-maintenance, high-performance modern alternative, ensuring your home looks great. We’ll have it looking like new in no time.

If you need custom rain gutters and downspouts made on your property that look good, we are there to help.

For more information on our fascia and gutter replacement services, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us today.