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Xcell Roofing Ltd

Roofing

Fascias, soffits and guttering

Old timber stripped out rather than capped over, gutters hung to fall.

We do not just look after the roof. The boards and gutters at the edge of it are what stop rainwater running down the wall, and when they rot or split the damage moves inside. The first sign is usually a green stain down the brickwork.

Whether you need one gutter replaced or the whole fascia, soffit and guttering system renewed, we take care of it from start to finish. No job is too big or too small.

What we replace

Guttering and downpipes

Old, damaged or badly fitted guttering leads to overflowing rainwater, staining and water sitting where it should not. We take the existing system off and fit new UPVC in the profile and colour you want, hung to the correct fall so it drains rather than sits, with new downpipes and fittings. Cast iron is replaced or repaired where the property calls for it.

Deep flow guttering

A deeper profile with more capacity, for a roof with a large catchment or a slope that overwhelms a standard half round gutter in heavy rain. We will tell you at survey whether your roof actually needs it.

Fascia boards

The board the gutter hangs off. We take the old timber right off rather than capping over it, because capping hides rot instead of removing it, and it keeps rotting behind the plastic where you cannot see it. New boards go on in low maintenance UPVC.

Soffits

The underside of the overhang, in ventilated UPVC so the roof space still breathes. Blocked ventilation causes condensation in the loft.

Bargeboards and cladding

The gable edge boards, replaced to match the fascia so the whole edge of the roof looks like one job.

Ways we can do it

  • Gutter only replacements
  • Fascia and soffit replacements
  • Complete fascia, soffit and guttering systems
  • Deep flow guttering systems
  • Replacement downpipes and fittings
  • A range of styles and finishes to suit the property
  • Removal and disposal of the existing materials
  • Professional installation and a full clean up on completion

How we do it

  1. Strip the old timber off. Every time. Capping over rotten fascia is quick, cheap and stores up a much bigger problem.
  2. Check the rafter feet. With the fascia off we can see whether the ends of the rafters have gone. If they have, they get repaired before the new board goes on.
  3. Fit and set the falls. New boards fixed, gutters hung to fall to the outlet, brackets at proper centres so they do not sag.
  4. Test with water. We run water through before we call it done.

Fair, straightforward pricing

Clear prices with the work explained before you decide anything, and a quotation that does not move once you have accepted it. New fascias, soffits and guttering make a big difference to how a property looks, and they are one of the few jobs where the improvement is visible from the pavement the day the van leaves.

Frequently asked questions

Can I just have the guttering done?

Yes. Plenty of the jobs we do are gutters only, and if the fascia behind them is sound we will tell you so rather than sell you boards you do not need. Equally, if the board has gone we will say that, because a new gutter hung off rotten timber will not stay up.

What is capping over and why do you not do it?

Capping means screwing new UPVC over the existing timber fascia instead of removing it. It looks the same on day one and costs less. It also traps rotten wood behind plastic where you cannot see it and it keeps rotting. We take the timber off.

What is deep flow guttering?

A deeper gutter profile that holds more water, for roofs with a big catchment area or a steep pitch that sends water down fast. If a standard gutter overflows on your house every time it rains hard, this is usually the answer.

How do I know if my fascias need replacing?

Flaking paint, soft or dark timber, gutters that sag or overflow, and green staining down the wall underneath. If the gutter has pulled away from the board, the board has usually gone.

Can you match my existing colour?

UPVC comes in white, black, grey, rosewood, oak and more. We will match what is already there or change it, whichever you prefer.

Do you clear gutters as well?

Yes. Clearing and checking gutters is a small job on its own and it is worth doing before autumn rather than after a leak.

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