Fascias & Soffits in London
Your roofline takes the full force of London weather — when fascias rot or soffits fail, gutters sag and water gets where it should not. We replace tired timber with maintenance-free uPVC, with fixed prices and a full workmanship guarantee.
Our Fascia & Soffit Services
The fascia is the vertical board the guttering fixes to; the soffit is the board tucked underneath the eaves, bridging the gap between the wall and the fascia. Together they keep weather, birds and insects out of your roof structure. Here is what we do:
Full Fascia Replacement
We strip rotten timber and fit full-replacement uPVC fascias — 18mm board screwed to the rafter ends. The proper, long-lasting option, not a cover-up.
Soffit Replacement & Ventilation
Vented soffit boards let air into the roof void, preventing condensation and timber rot. Fitted as standard on our replacements.
uPVC vs Timber
Timber needs regular painting and rots within 15–20 years in London's climate. uPVC needs no painting, never rots and carries long manufacturer guarantees.
Bargeboards
Gable-end boards take even more weather than the eaves. We replace weathered bargeboards in matching uPVC or treated timber, finished to suit your property.
Gutter Interface
Fascia work and guttering go hand in hand — the gutter screws straight into the fascia board. We check your gutters during every fascia job and can replace or realign them at the same time, saving a second scaffold.
Capping vs Full Replacement
Some firms clad rotten timber with thin uPVC capping — it looks smart for a year or two but traps moisture and hides decay. We will tell you honestly when capping is acceptable and when boards need full replacement.
Typical 2026 London Price Bands
As a guide:
| Job | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Full uPVC fascia + soffit replacement | £75 – £120 per metre |
| Typical 3-bed terraced house, full replacement | £1,800 – £3,500 |
| Soffit-only replacement (vented uPVC) | £35 – £60 per metre |
| Localised timber fascia repair | £250 – £600 |
Signs Your Fascias & Soffits Need Attention
Peeling paint and soft timber
Flaking paint and spongy timber mean rot has set in. It needs cutting out and replacing.
Gutters pulling away or sagging
Gutters are screwed into the fascia board. When it rots, fixings lose grip — and water runs down the wall instead of into the drain.
Birds or insects nesting in the eaves
Gaps from cracked soffits give pigeons and squirrels a way into the loft, where damage and mess escalate quickly.
Staining or damp on the walls below
Water running behind the gutter leaves dirty streaks on the brickwork — the first visible sign of roofline failure.
Visible cracks or missing sections
Old soffits crack and drop out, exposing rafter ends and the loft void to weather and pests.
Condensation problems in the loft
Unvented soffits give the roof void nowhere to breathe, so warm air condenses on cold timbers — causing mould and rot.
Why London Chooses Victoria for Roofline Work
Fascia and soffit work protects rafter ends, supports gutters and ventilates the loft. We do the job properly — full replacement where needed, vented soffits as standard, honest advice when a repair will do. Every quote is fixed in writing and all workmanship fully guaranteed.
Other Roofing Services
Roofline work often reveals other issues — we can handle them in a single scaffolded visit.
Areas we coverFascia & Soffit FAQs
As a 2026 guide, full uPVC fascia and soffit replacement runs £75–£120 per metre. A typical 3-bedroom terraced house usually falls between £1,800 and £3,500 depending on access and whether scaffolding is needed. Soffit-only replacement is £35–£60 per metre. Your exact price is fixed in writing after a free inspection.
For most London homes we recommend uPVC: it never rots, never needs painting and comes in finishes from white to woodgrain that suit period properties. Timber is authentic for listed or conservation-area homes but needs repainting every few years and typically rots within 15–20 years in our climate. We will advise on which suits your property — and any planning constraints — during the free inspection.
Yes — and it usually makes sense. Gutters fix directly to the fascia boards, so replacing both in one scaffolded visit saves the cost of setting up access twice. We will inspect your gutters as part of every fascia quote and give you an honest assessment: if they are sound, we will refit them on the new boards; if they are at end of life, we will quote for replacement alongside.
Very often, yes. Old solid soffits give the roof void nowhere to breathe, so warm moist air from the house condenses on cold timbers — causing mould and rot. We fit ventilated uPVC soffits as standard, which draw fresh air through the eaves and flush moisture out. Combined with proper insulation, this usually resolves loft condensation for good.