Fascia Terminology and Purpose

Fascia boards have multiple purposes, including:

• Protecting from moisture: Fascia boards prevent water, wind, and pests from entering your home and attic. They protect the roof's edge from moisture infiltration, which is a common cause of damage to sloped roofs.
• Supporting gutters: Fascia boards provide a mounting surface for gutters and keep them in place.
• Creating a finished look: Fascia boards cover exposed roof trusses and the ends of rafters, giving your roof a finished look.
• Keeping pests out: Fascia boards create a barrier that prevents pests like squirrels, birds, and mice from getting under your deck.
• Adding aesthetic appeal.
• Fascia boards: can add aesthetic appeal to your deck.Fascia boards can be made from many different types of wood, including spruce, pine, fir, cedar, cypress, or redwood. Cedar and PVC are more resistant to moisture and require less maintenance than other types of wood. PVC fascia boards are available in many colors and can be painted.