Install new 2x4 lookouts to replace rotted ones or screw a new one to the old one if it s mostly sound.
Replacing rotted roof eves.
Step 5 take off rotted.
Install a new fascia board.
The average cost to repair roof eaves 1 ranges from 1 450 to 1 650 with the average homeowner spending 1 545 on replacing a thirty foot 4 section of all three components.
If the plywood under the eves is warped or damaged beyond repair it s better to replace it.
Remove the damaged board all the way to the nearest seam.
Replace any damaged or missing ice barrier on your roof overlapping new pieces over the old.
Step 1 inspect your damage.
You can install a new fascia board in a couple of hours with the right tools to d.
Be careful not to damage any nearby roof shingles or flashing.
Position the replacement boards over the rafter and secure them using galvanized nails or 2 5 inches 6 4 cm wood screws.
Replace rotted lookouts so you have a good nailing surface for your new soffit boards photo 7.
How to repair rotted eaves.
Soffit and fascia repair 1.
Run a hose on your roof.
Step 2 remove the shingle mold.
Removing termite damaged rafters and starter boards.
Pull down to remove the old soffit.
I replace the damaged wood and prep for the new roof installation.
Local building codes call for an ice barrier to cover either the bottom 3 feet or 6 feet of the roof.
Step 3 take off the rotted fascia.
A piece of fascia at the end of the roof slope may include some odd angles.
Change a rotten or damaged fascia board.
Attach the new fascia.
Start by prying off the ledger boards to release the plywood.
Repeat this process for each section of the roof where the eaves are beginning to show signs of deterioration.
In order to completely pry the damaged piece loose you may have to lift up the metal eave strip just above it.
If the water streams into.
Pry the narrow shingle mold from the fascia using a flat bar.
While you are preparing for your repairs do a thorough check.
Remove the rotted section of fascia.
It was very easy.