Fascias, soffits and guttering in Shirley

Before your new roofline in Shirley

Your new roofline won't normally need planning permission or Building Regulations approval. The exception is a listed building in Shirley, where changes may need listed building consent from Solihull Council.

Soffit boards on older homes in Shirley may contain asbestos cement and should be tested before removal.
Gutters should fall steadily towards the outlets so water doesn't sit and overflow.
Capping over rotten timber hides the problem rather than fixing it.

Postcode district: B90
Planning and building control: Solihull Council
From our West Bromwich base: 10 miles

Options to consider in Shirley

Full replacement

Old timber fascias, soffits and bargeboards are removed, rafter feet are repaired where needed, and new uPVC boards are fixed directly to the roof timbers. This is the most reliable option because it deals with any hidden rot and gives proper fixings for the gutters. It's the method we recommend for most homes.

Dry verge and eaves protection

Mortar-bedded gable verges often crack and drop. A dry verge system clips caps over the tile edges without mortar. At the eaves, a strip of eaves protection membrane and an over-fascia vent can replace perished felt and keep the roof ventilated. Both are often added when the roofline is being replaced.

What does your new roofline cost in Shirley?

For a home in Shirley, our guide range is £450–£5,500 depending on size and specification. Full uPVC fascias, soffits, gutters and downpipes on a three-bed semi, front and back, with scaffold: usually £2,200–£3,200.

Guide prices for fascias, soffits and guttering
Option	Guide price	Good to know
Gutters and downpipes only	£450 – £1,100	Terrace or semi, existing boards kept
Full roofline on a semi	£1,800 – £3,200	Fascias, soffits, gutters and downpipes
Full roofline on a detached house	£3,000 – £5,500	Full perimeter, often with bargeboards

Guide ranges include VAT where it applies. Your fixed price for the agreed specification follows a free survey at your Shirley address.

Fascias, soffits and guttering in Shirley: common questions

Do I need to be home while the work is done?

Not necessarily, because all the work is outside. We'll need access to the back garden and an outside tap if possible, and we'll arrange the scaffold delivery with you. If timber repairs are needed, we'll call or message you with photos before carrying them out.

Do you cover Shirley?

Yes. Shirley (B90) is about 10 miles from our West Bromwich base and inside the area we cover. Call 0800 088 6248 or send the form on this page to book a free survey.

How long does it take to replace fascias and guttering?

Most terraces and semis take one to three days once the scaffold is up, and detached houses three to five. Rafter repairs, eaves membrane and dry verges can add time, as can extra bays or gables. Light rain doesn't stop most of the work, but high winds can, because handling long boards at height isn't safe in a gale.

Will I need permission from the council in Shirley?

Not normally. The exception is a listed building, where Solihull Council would need to give listed building consent first.

Fascias, soffits and guttering near Shirley

Other home improvements in Shirley

We'll check your boards and gutters in Shirley and confirm a fixed price for the agreed specification.