Rotting soffit and fascia

Exterior · Windows and Doors · printed page 327 (PDF page 328)

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Fascia and Soffits and Fascia

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the circled areas warrant special attention as they are particularly prone to soffit and fascia rot
around chimneys
around electrical masts
gutter and roofing problems

Generated explanation

The illustration shows a house with a sloped roof, an exterior chimney, an electrical service mast, and gutters along the eaves. Dashed circles identify locations particularly prone to soffit and fascia rot: near the chimney, around the electrical mast, and at an eave associated with gutter and roofing problems. The chimney intersects the roof edge, while the electrical mast penetrates the roof nearby and supports overhead service wires. These are inspection attention areas; detailed deterioration of the soffit or fascia is not drawn.

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