I am getting a few quotes in for replacing the soffits and fascias along with the fitting of dry verge end caps and one company told me over the phone that the correct way to fit the end caps is to have them slotted and screwed(?), as opposed to being glued. This sounds good but were they just spinning me a line? plus can anybody tell me what I should be asking the firms when they come round.
TIA
Dave
Are you being quoted for complete re placement or capping over the old timber soffits & fascias. Check the thickness of the board, Make sure they use the correct adhesive on jointing strips not silicon, what distance apart are the fixing nails and length What distance are the gutter bracket apart, should be no more than 30" or
900mm Slotted and screwed is the correct way for cap ends. Ask for a felt underlay support, known as OFFST, over fascia felt support tray. This is a must, it fits under the old felt and carries the felt over the fascia into the gutter. Ask if they will be using scaffolding or just working off ladders, by ladders I mean just ladders if just ladders, you cant do a satisfactory job off ladders. Ask if they are covered by public liability insurance. Payment on completion only, no payment up front.Have something to add? Share your thoughts — no account required.
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