How do you attach fascia boards?

Nail the first fascia board in place with 2-inch finish nails and a hammer. Drive at least two nails through the fascia into the end of each joist. Butt the next fascia piece to the open end of the first so that it it aligned with the center of the joist where the first board ends.

What goes on first fascia or soffit?

Fascia and soffit are installed after the roof installation is finished. It is ideal that soffit and fascia materials be installed before you place tiles or any other type of roofing material on the roof. There are different types of finished and variations that can be used for the soffit.

What kind of nails do you use for fascia?

least 2” roofing nails (or 16d exterior trim nails.) Use 1 ½” roofing nails to install soffit. Use white panel nails to install aluminum fascia. Use tin snips to cut F-channel, vinyl soffit, and aluminum fascia.

Should fascia board be nailed or screwed?

Hometime.com recommends using screws instead of nails when replacing fascia to avoid jarring the existing framing with hammering.

How do you overlap fascia?

Overlap Each Section Each piece should overlap the previous section of aluminum fascia by 1 to 2 inches, but the overlap should be a smooth transition that doesn’t cause bumps or raised areas. Be sure that the cuts are straight, and follow the correct angles.

Should fascia be installed before shingles?

If your roofers are replacing your fascia board as part of a full roof replacement, then they will install the new shingles before they address the fascia. There is no way to replace the fascia board without removing the gutters, as the gutters are mounted to the board.

Should I use treated lumber for fascia board?

Purchase pressure-treated lumber to replace your fascia boards as a way to extend the life of the repair. Pressure-treated lumber is designed for outside applications and resists rot, moisture and insect damage. Cut the new lumber to size and secure it to the rafter ends with galvanized finish nails.