Fascia Board Replacement swaps rotten, warped or termite-damaged boards along the roof edge for new timber or fibre-cement. Fascias hold up the gutters and close off the roof space, so failing boards lead to sagging gutters, leaks and pests. Send one request and local roofers reply with prices.
Describe the job once and get fascia board replacement quotes from local contractors.
Get Roofing QuotesSigns Your Fascia Needs Replacing
- Soft or rotten timber. A screwdriver sinks into the wood, often behind the gutter.
- Peeling paint and staining. Water running behind the gutter soaks the board.
- Sagging gutters. Brackets pull out of weak fascias.
- Gaps at the eaves. Birds, bees and rodents get into the roof space.
- Warping or splitting. Boards bend in the sun and open up at joints.
What the Work Includes
- Removing gutters. Gutters are taken down so the boards can come off.
- Stripping old boards. Removing fascias and barge boards and checking rafter ends.
- Repairing rafter ends. Treating or splicing rotten timber the new boards fix to.
- Fitting new boards. Fixing, priming and painting, or fitting pre-finished fibre-cement.
- Refitting gutters. Re-hanging gutters with the right fall, or replacing them if they are worn.
Materials
- Treated pine. Lower cost and easy to work. Needs painting and repainting to last.
- Fibre-cement. Does not rot or attract termites. Costs more but needs less upkeep.
- Barge boards. The sloping boards on gable ends, usually replaced in the same material.
- Soffit and eaves boards. Often checked and replaced at the same time.
Repair or Replace?
A short rotten section can be cut out and spliced. If rot runs along several metres, or the gutters are also due, replacing the full run and fitting new gutters at the same time saves a second scaffold and call-out.
Fascia Board Replacement Prices
Ballpark prices so you can sanity-check a quotation.
| Item | Ballpark price |
|---|---|
| Pine fascia, installed | R85 - R150 per metre |
| Fibre-cement fascia, installed | R160 - R280 per metre |
| Fascia and barge board replacement incl. removal | R250 - R550 per metre |
| Seamless aluminium gutters, installed | R140 - R350 per metre |
| Galvanised steel gutters, installed | R120 - R235 per metre |
| Scaffolding | R3,000 - R12,000 |
Prices JUST UPDATED. Indicative ballpark figures in rand, rounded, based on typical South African market rates. They are not our prices or quotations, and no contractor is bound by them. Ask whether VAT is included, and check what each quotation covers, such as scaffolding, rubble removal and call-out fees.
For a fuller breakdown, see the Gutter Installation Cost guide.
Get prices for your roof rather than a range. Send one request, with no obligation.
Get Roofing QuotesWhat Affects the Price
- Length and height. Per-metre pricing plus extra cost for double-storey work and scaffolding.
- Material. Fibre-cement costs more upfront than pine but needs less maintenance.
- Rafter condition. Rotten rafter ends must be repaired before new boards go on.
- Gutter work. Refitting old gutters versus installing new ones changes the total.
How Getting Quotes Works
- Request. Tell us the work, your area and how to reach you. Photos help.
- Match. Your request goes to local roofing contractors suited to the job, with your permission.
- Quote. Contractors contact you, inspect if needed and give a written price.
- Compare. Check scope, materials, warranty and payment terms side by side, then hire one or nobody.
Fascia Board Replacement FAQs
Can I replace fascias without removing the gutters?
Usually not. Gutters fix to the fascia, so they come off and go back up, or get replaced.
How long do pine fascias last?
Well-painted treated pine can last many years, but neglected paint lets water in and rot sets in quickly.
Is fibre-cement worth the extra cost?
It resists rot and termites, so many homeowners choose it to avoid repainting and repeat replacement.
Do fascias need painting after installation?
Pine must be primed and painted. Fibre-cement is often painted to match, but it does not rot if left unpainted.
Related Services
List the boards that need replacing on Roof Repairs South Africa and local roofers will send prices you can compare side by side.
Roof Repairs South Africa is a lead-generation and quote-comparison service. We do not carry out roofing work and we do not employ roofers. Work is quoted and carried out by independent contractors, and your agreement is with the one you choose. Get a written quotation, check insurance and workmanship warranties, and avoid paying the full amount upfront.
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Keep it brief. Say what needs doing, where the property is and how to reach you. Your enquiry is passed only to roofing contractors suited to the job, and you decide whether to go ahead.
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