Full roofline replacement and UPVC capping installed across East London, North London and Essex. Ventilated to current Building Regulations, finished to last.
WHY YOUR ROOFLINE MATTERS
Fascias, soffits, bargeboards and verge cladding support the gutter line, close off the eaves to keep birds, vermin and weather out of the loft, ventilate the roof space and protect the rafter feet from the elements. Original timber roofline elements have a finite service life — particularly in London, where atmospheric conditions and prolonged damp accelerate decay.
We install and replace UPVC roofline across East London, North London and Essex — on Victorian and Edwardian terraces, post-war housing and modern builds. Every survey gives you an honest assessment of whether a full replacement or a cap-over is the right call for your property.
WHAT WE INSTALL
Six core roofline products covered — fitted to current Building Regulations with stainless steel fixings and proper ventilation as standard.
Full replacement of timber or older UPVC fascia boards with current 18mm to 22mm UPVC, fixed directly to the rafter ends using stainless steel plastic-headed nails. White, black, anthracite grey, rosewood, light oak and other standard finishes available.
Boards running underneath the eaves overhang, fitted with continuous strip ventilation or disc vents as required by Building Regulations to allow the roof void to breathe. Solid and hollow soffit profiles available depending on span.
Where existing timber is structurally sound but in poor cosmetic condition, capping with UPVC over the original timber is a cost-effective alternative to full replacement. Only used where the underlying timber is genuinely sound — never over rotten wood.
The angled boards at the gable ends of a pitched roof take the most weather exposure of any roofline element and are typically the first to fail. Full replacement in matching profile is straightforward and dramatically reduces long-term maintenance.
Replacement of boxed-in verges at the gable ends, including dry verge installation where appropriate to replace failing mortar bedding on verge tiles — eliminating the slipped-tile risk that comes with mortar-only fixing.
UPVC cladding for upper-storey gable walls and dormer cheeks, providing a maintenance-free, weather-resistant finish that does not require regular repainting and outlasts traditional render or timber alternatives.
HONEST ASSESSMENT
There’s an ongoing debate in the trade about whether to fully replace timber fascias and soffits or to cap over them with UPVC. The right answer depends entirely on the condition of the existing timber — and as part of every survey, we give you an honest call either way.
When it’s the right call: the boards are visibly rotted, soft to touch, or have failed at the rafter ends. Capping over decay simply hides the problem — the underlying timber will continue to fail beneath the new UPVC and eventually compromise the fixings.
Full replacement includes strip-out, rafter end inspection, timber repairs where needed, eaves felt or protection tray, and new UPVC fascia, soffit and bargeboard fitted to the chosen profile.
When it’s appropriate: the timber is genuinely sound, properly ventilated, and only the painted finish has failed. In that case, capping with UPVC over the original boards is a sensible, cost-effective alternative to full replacement.
Where we cap, the same maintenance-free finish is achieved at a fraction of the disruption — no scaffold lifts on the tile course, no eaves disturbance. We’ll only recommend capping if the timber actually supports it.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Every full roofline project follows the same scope — no surprises, no hidden extras. Most domestic replacements complete in two to four working days, weather permitting.
A clear four-stage process designed to keep you fully informed from initial survey through to sign-off — most domestic roofline replacements complete in 2–4 working days.
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A site visit is arranged. The condition of the existing roofline is recorded and the appropriate approach — full replacement, partial replacement or cap-over — is recommended on the basis of timber condition.
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A written quotation is issued covering products, colour, ventilation specification, scaffold access and labour, with any associated guttering work itemised separately if relevant.
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Works are scheduled and carried out by our own tradesmen. Most domestic roofline replacements are completed in two to four working days, weather permitting.
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A final inspection is carried out with the client. Workmanship is guaranteed in writing, with manufacturer UPVC warranties typically running 10–20 years in addition.
UPVC fascias, soffits, cladding and bargeboard installations are carried out across East London, North London and Essex — including Waltham Forest, Hackney, Haringey, Redbridge, Newham, Islington and Enfield, alongside postcodes throughout the E, N, IG and RM regions.
It depends entirely on the condition of the existing timber. Where the boards are visibly rotted, soft to touch, or have failed at the rafter ends, capping is not appropriate — the underlying decay will continue underneath the new UPVC and eventually compromise the fixings. Where the timber is sound and only the painted finish has failed, capping can be a sensible, cost-effective option. As part of every survey we give an honest assessment either way.
Most domestic roofline replacements complete in two to four working days, weather permitting. Larger properties or those requiring rafter end repairs may take slightly longer. We programme works in advance so you know exactly when to expect the team on site.
Modern Building Regulations require ventilation in the soffit at new-build stage, equivalent to a one-inch continuous gap along the perimeter. Roof spaces without adequate ventilation suffer condensation problems, which over time leads to mould growth, timber decay and degraded insulation performance. Every soffit installation we carry out incorporates either continuous strip ventilation or a regular pattern of disc vents.
We fit 18mm to 22mm UPVC fascia boards as standard, depending on the rafter spacing and load. Both thicknesses are fixed directly to the rafter ends using stainless steel plastic-headed nails — no exposed-steel fixings that can rust and stain the board.
Standard finishes include white, black, anthracite grey, rosewood and light oak, with other woodgrain finishes available on request. The same colour can be carried through fascia, soffit, bargeboard and cladding for a consistent finish across the whole roofline.
Yes — most full roofline replacements include new UPVC guttering and downpipes, which is itemised separately on the quotation. Replacing the guttering at the same time as the fascia is significantly more cost-effective than doing it as a separate job later, as the scaffold and access are already in place.
Workmanship is guaranteed in writing. Manufacturer warranties on the UPVC products apply in addition, typically running between 10 and 20 years depending on the profile and finish chosen.
Yes — site surveys and written quotations are free, with no obligation to proceed. Most roofline projects can be priced within a few working days of initial contact.
Common questions about fascia replacement, capping, ventilation, colour options and our roofline installation process.
“Old timber fascias were rotted through at the rafter ends. FNB did a full strip-out, replaced with anthracite grey UPVC and new guttering. Job took three days, scaffold gone the same week. Looks like a different house.”
S Patel
Walthamstow, E17
“Honest about which boards needed full replacement and which could be capped — most of the front was actually fine. Saved me a fair amount versus the first quote I had. Tidy job, no mess left behind.”
J Mitchell
Wanstead, E11
Free site survey, free written estimate, no obligation to proceed. Most UPVC roofline projects can be priced within a few working days of initial contact.
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