Fascia and soffit replacement in Exeter costs from £400 for a smaller property to £3,500+ for a large detached house with complex roofline. The most variable element is the rafter foot condition behind the boards — this guide explains what drives cost and what a complete roofline quote should include.
| Job Type | Typical Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fascia and soffit — terraced (front only) | £400–£700 | Single elevation. uPVC with disposal. |
| Fascia and soffit — semi-detached (full) | £900–£1,500 | Full perimeter including downpipes. |
| Fascia and soffit — detached | £1,400–£2,500 | Larger perimeter, complex roofline. |
| Combined fascia, soffit and guttering — semi | £1,200–£2,000 | Full roofline programme. Best value combined. |
| Rafter foot repair (per foot) | £40–£80 | Additional if rot found. Included in surveyed scope. |
| Bargeboard replacement (per length) | £80–£200 | Gable end boards. Often combined with fascia work. |
All figures are indicative for Devon. Exact costs depend on site survey. Call 01392 759 295 for a free, no-obligation quote.
Cost is driven by the total perimeter of boards to be replaced. A standard 3-bed semi has approximately 30–40 linear metres. Larger detached properties can be 60+ metres.
The rafter foot behind the fascia board is not visible until the old board is removed. On Exeter’s post-war estate housing — particularly in Whipton, Pinhoe and Wonford — gutter overflow over decades has frequently caused rafter foot deterioration. We include rafter foot inspection in every survey and price discovered repair work as a surveyed item where possible, not an open-ended extra.
Standard 150mm flat fascia and 9mm soffit is the most common specification. Heritage profiles — ogee or chamfered fascia with vented soffit — cost modestly more and are appropriate for Exeter’s conservation area properties.
Building regulations require eaves ventilation on re-roofed properties. Ventilated soffit board or continuous ventilation strip should be included in every roofline replacement. Blocking the eaves causes interstitial condensation in the roof void.
Gutters must be removed to replace fascias. Combining guttering replacement with fascia work in a single programme saves one scaffold erection and the combined job is typically 15–20% cheaper than two separate visits.
A complete fascia and soffit quote should specify: the board profile and material specification; rafter foot inspection scope and what is included if deterioration is found; ventilation method; guttering — whether retained or replaced; disposal of all removed material; and the access method. A quote that does not mention rafter foot condition on a property over 25 years old has not completed a full survey.
Any property over 25 years old should have rafter foot condition assessed before quoting. A quote that doesn’t mention it has not looked.
Fascia and soffit replacement must include adequate eaves ventilation. A quote without a ventilation method is incomplete.
Rafter foot repair should be surveyed and priced where possible. A quote that states ‘additional charges for rot found during installation’ without any survey attempt is not a fixed price.
“Full roofline replacement on our semi. Rafter feet inspected, two replaced as part of the quote. No surprises on cost.”
“Fascias, soffits and guttering combined. Good value against separate quotes. Clean installation and the ventilation strip was included correctly.”
“Heritage profile fascia on our conservation area property in St Thomas. Matches the original character. Conservation-appropriate choice.”
From £400 for a single elevation to £2,500+ for a large detached property. Free survey and fixed quote. Call 01392 759 295.
Quality uPVC lasts 20–30 years. No painting or maintenance required. Significantly more durable than timber in Devon’s wet climate.
Soft or spongy boards when pressed, paint bubbling or peeling on timber boards, gutters pulling away from the roofline, or visible rot at the board ends are the main indicators.
Yes — rotten fascias allow water to track back into the rafter feet and roof structure, and gutters lose their fixing grip causing water to run down the wall face.
Yes — gutters must come down anyway for fascia replacement. Combining the work saves scaffold cost and provides a better combined result.
No — like-for-like roofline replacement does not require planning permission. For listed buildings, conservation area visible elevations, or significantly different profiles, we advise at survey stage.
Yes — 10-year workmanship guarantee on all fascia and soffit installation. Call 01392 759 295.
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