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How Gutters Damage Fascia When They Overflow
Overflow sends water onto and behind the fascia, rotting the board and loosening hangers — then the gutter sags and overflows more. Here's the cascade and how to stop it.
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Roof Edge, Fascia & Soffits
The roof edge ties together roofing, drip edge, gutters, fascia, soffits and ventilation. Small failures here read as stains, peeling paint or soft wood long before they become structural. This section explains what to look for and how the parts connect.
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Signs Soffits Have Moisture Damage
Staining, sagging, peeling paint, pests and mold under the eaves all signal soffit moisture damage. Here's what causes it and when to call a pro.
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Water Stains Below the Roof Edge
Stains under the eave are a map of misdirected water — overflow, water behind the gutter, drip edge trouble, ice dams or condensation. Here's how to read them.
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What Causes Fascia Rot?
Fascia rot traces back to persistent moisture — overflowing gutters, missing drip edge, water behind the gutter and poor airflow. Here's how it starts and spreads.
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How to Inspect the Roof Edge From the Ground
You can catch most roof-edge problems from the ground. Here's a safe inspection routine for fascia, soffits, gutters and drip edge — and why you should never climb up.
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Signs of Damaged Roof Trim
Cracks, gaps, rot and separation in roofline trim all point to water getting in. Here's how to read the signs, what causes them, and the common mistakes to avoid.
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How the Roof Edge Works Together
Roofing, drip edge, gutters, fascia, soffits and ventilation work as one system. Here's how each hands off to the next — and why a failure in one shows up in another.
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Mould Under the Roof Edge
Dark growth under the eaves and soffits means moisture is lingering. Here's what feeds mould at the roof edge, how to fix the source, and when to bring in a professional.
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When Does Fascia Need Replacement?
Some fascia can be patched; some has to come off. Here's how to tell repair from replacement, what to fix first, and the signs that a board is past saving.