Update 2022: The cost of some building materials, including PVCu fascias, soffits and guttering, has skyrocketed over the last 18 months with one supplier being forced to increase their prices four times last year. Inflation within the home improvement industry has been well documented in the media and confirmed by our research but how much does it currently cost to get a professional to replace roofline fascias, soffits and guttering with PVCu?

On this page we’ll cover:

1. The cost per linear metre that installers are charging to remove an old roofline and replace it with white PVCu products.
2. The cost per linear metre to supply white fascias, soffits, guttering, fixings and ancillary products (this will help DIYer’s budget).
3. Example prices based on house size.
4. How much extra you’ll pay for brown fascia and soffit boards.
5. What other readers of this page have paid (via our feedback forms).
6. A typical “works schedule”.
7. Answers to common questions.
8. The best place online to compare prices for fascia and soffits.

Fascias and Soffits Cost Per Linear Metre of Roofline

In April 2022 we contacted 9 roofline installers from various locations around the UK and asked them how much they charge to remove the old boards and guttering and replace them with new PVCu.

Based on the prices we were given for our property which has 40 linear metres of roofline, the average price per linear metre was:

The price above includes:

• Access equipment.
• Removal and disposal of the old roofline boards and gutters etc.
• The supply and installation of new PVCu boards, guttering, fixings and ancillary products etc.
• All labour.
• VAT, if charged.

Do bear in mind that we gathered prices from installers up and down the country and also smaller and larger firms. This is just an average price, consumers may pay more in London if they choose a national installer or they may pay less if they live in the north and use the services of a local “one man” tradesperson.

Materials “Supply Only” Price

In April 2022 we drew up a list of materials for our property with 40 linear metres of roofline.

By using the price list at Direct Plastics, we calculated the cost per linear metre of the materials on a “supply only” basis:

The price above excludes scaffold, waste removal/disposal and labour, it’s how much the materials cost for a typical installation and includes fixings, ancillary products and VAT.

Example Prices Based on Property Size

This pricing table displays prices based on house size, due to the economics of scale, smaller properties cost more per linear metre than huge dwellings.

Use this as a ballpark estimate as to how much the project will cost:

Brown Fascia and Soffits Cost This Much More

The prices displayed on this page are for white boards and guttering in either white, black or brown.

Brown fascia and soffit boards cost more than white boards – the boards have a laminate finish on the surface which adds to the cost. Also, these boards are less popular so due to the economics of scale, they cost more to produce.

Our research in 2022 revealed that you’ll pay between 15% and 25% more for a roofline installation with brown or black boards compared to white boards.

This is How Much Others Are Paying For Roofline Fascias, Soffits and Associated Works

Since 2017, we have asked visitors to this page how much they’ve been quoted for replacement PVCu roofline fascia, soffits, guttering and other similar products.

Due to inflation and the recent skyrocketing cost of materials and home improvement prices in general, many of the responses are now out of date but you may find them insightful:

Extra Costs You May Need to Budget For

Below is a list of five optional extras that will incur additional costs:

Replace the cement – gables, valleys and roof ridges are where cement is located and if it’s in poor condition, it should be replaced at extra cost.

Asbestos removal – some soffit boards installed before 1990 may contain asbestos and will cost more to remove and dispose of.

Blocked drains – blockages underground mean that your new gutters may overflow. Pipe flushing is both quick and cheap but a more serious blockage could result in a new pipe and/or soakaway being installed at extra cost.

See how much drain unblocking will cost you here.

Leaf guards and filters – these prevent leaves and other bits of debris from entering the gutters. These are an optional extra but worth considering if you have a lot of overhanging trees close to your roof.

Woodgrain effect coloured boards – Mahogany and Rosewood woodgrain effect coloured boards cost more than plain white ones. Expect to pay 15% to 25% if you choose these boards instead of white boards.

Fascia and Soffit Works Schedule

Below is a works schedule that reveals the steps installers take when replacing these roofline boards and gutters:

Scaffold – most installers will have their own access equipment, this is usually an access tower that can be easily erected to the height of the roof. Boards and handrails can be used to extend the platform over obstacles such as conservatories. On rare occasions, perhaps due to an inaccessible area that is too high or above a public footpath, a scaffold company may be brought in to erect more heavy-duty equipment at extra cost.

We have separate prices for scaffold here.

Remove the existing boards and gutters – we feel the best approach is to fully remove the existing boards rather than “over-cladding” on top of them, although in some circumstances that approach would be acceptable; for example, if the existing boards are fairly new or in excellent condition.

Replace rot – the rafters are a structural part of the roof and responsible for supporting the entire roof above. The lower part of the rafter is often exposed to the elements and any rot should be cut off and replaced. As a general rule of thumb; if your existing fascia boards are showing signs of rot, there is a good chance of at least some rot spreading to the rafter feet.

Fitting the boards – the soffits, bargeboards and fascias are secured to the rafters with stainless steel nails that will never rot or degrade. These boards come in 5-metre lengths and are joined with a special cover strip that leaves an allowance for thermal expansion.

Guttering – the gutters are always installed at a slight angle so rainwater flows into the outlets and vertical pipes that carry the water to ground level. The bracket spacing is also important as too far apart and the gutter may sag during heavy rainfall or snow. We feel a good limit is 800mm although many installers choose 1000mm spacings. All joints and outlets should also be held in place with screws to prevent thermal movement.

Vents and eaves – vents help to reduce or prevent condensation in the loft, there are several options to choose from; some visible and some hidden behind the gutter. Eaves felt overlaps into the guttering and should always be replaced as the existing felt will mostly be rotten at this exposed part of the roof.

Waste disposal – there is a lot of waste from a typical roofline installation, your installer will probably need one trip to a waste disposal or in some cases, they may hire a skip.

See how much skip hire and waste disposal cost here.

How Long Does the Work Take?

A single person working alone will fit around 10 metres per day including erecting and dismantling the access towers.

A team of two people can achieve up to 15 metres per day.

Some houses, such as those with lots of small gables, multiple elevations or other unusual features, may take longer.

Additional time is needed for a site survey to take measurements and also time to collect the materials from a supplier and unload them.

Some roof tiles are bedded into cement, if these need to be replaced it will add time and cost to the project.

Low-level work such as porches, garages and ground floor extensions are quicker to complete as less scaffold is required:

Asbestos – How Common Is It?

Some soffit boards manufactured prior to the early 1990s contain a small amount of Asbestos.

This Asbestos is contained within cement and is manufactured into a sturdy board that’ll never rot and has a long lifespan.

There are millions of houses in the United Kingdom that have Asbestos soffits secured to their roofline. It is generally considered safe if left alone but poses a significant risk if:

• it’s sanded prior to painting.
• it’s drilled, perhaps to secure a light in place or for a cable.
• removed and broken up into smaller pieces without adequate provisions

We have a separate guide to removing and disposing of Asbestos legally, including a price guide.

See Asbestos removal prices here.

Should Old Fascia and Soffit Boards be Removed or “Capped/Overclad”?

In most cases, it’s best to fully remove the old roofline boards and this is the most common practice.

There are, however, a few exceptions when it’s best to leave the boards in place and fix new boards directly on top of them:

• if the original roof rafters are so flimsy and the timber fascia is acting as a structural support to the eaves area, then it should be left in place.
• if removing Asbestos soffits is likely to produce a lot of dust and would be costly, you could leave them in place and overclad them. This is known as Asbestos encapsulation.
• some soffit boards are secured directly to the ceiling plaster and while this is unusual, removing the soffits could damage the ceiling.

Here is a quote from Matthew, one of our friends who has over 15 years of experience in the roofline business:

During my 15 years in this trade I’ve seen about five or six houses where it would’ve been best to leave the old boards in place. For all the other roofs, we recommended removing and full replacing them.

Try Our Budgeting Spreadsheet

We have created a spreadsheet you can use to calculate the cost of your roofline installation. We also provide links to popular websites where you can order all the materials you need.

See the budgeting spreadsheet here.

Get an Online Price

As with all our researched prices on this site, we have done our best to break down the costs and charges involved with this type of work.

To start sourcing fixed written quotes for fascias and soffits that are based on your location and roof size, just tap the link below:

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This guide was written by Danny Woodley and was last updated in April 2022.

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