Fascia and Soffit Condition in Old Town
Fascias and soffits on Old Town properties face accelerated deterioration from Eastbourne's coastal salt air. Standard inland-spec UPVC shows joint failure and brittleness within 15–20 years in this environment; marine-grade UV-stabilised UPVC with stainless fixings lasts 25–35 years. UPVC installed on Old Town properties in the 1990s and early 2000s is now at or approaching end of service life. Lime mortar mandatory, matched historic tile sourcing, listed building consent may be required.
Stainless steel fixings are non-negotiable in Old Town's coastal position. Galvanised screws corrode visibly within 10 years in salt air, leaving rust staining and losing grip. Standard galvanised fixings are not appropriate for any Old Town fascia installation.
Rafter Foot Inspection in Old Town
Every fascia replacement in Old Town includes rafter foot inspection. Fascia deterioration often means the rafter feet behind have absorbed moisture. We document condition with photographs and include any required repairs in the quote before work proceeds. Fitting new fascia to a rotten rafter foot solves nothing and creates the same problem again within 2–3 years.
Fascia and Soffit Costs in Old Town
Roofline Costs — Old Town
| UPVC fascia (per metre installed) | £25–£45/m |
| Full 3-bed semi (fascia, soffit, barge) | £900–£2,000 |
| Period profile (ogee/bull-nose UPVC) | +15–25% |
| Rafter foot repair (per rafter) | £80–£250 |
| Combined fascia + gutter replacement | £1,100–£2,500 |
All prices include marine-spec UPVC, stainless fixings, and VAT. Combining guttering at the same visit saves £150–£300 in mobilisation cost. Free surveys across Old Town.