Fascia Board Replacement Cost Calculator
The national estimate is adjusted by your state's overall price level (BEA Regional Price Parities, 2022, U.S.=100). This is a cost-of-living proxy applied to the national fascia board replacement price — not a per-state fascia board replacement quote. Always get local quotes before buying.
How this is calculated
Formula: linear ft × $6–$18/linear ft fascia board + installation (BLS PPI PCU321918 + OEWS 47-2031)
| Input | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Fascia length | 120 | linear ft |
| Grade | 2 |
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Pro tips
On 70–80% of fascia replacement jobs, at least 2–4 rafter ta…
On 70–80% of fascia replacement jobs, at least 2–4 rafter tails show rot extending 6–18 inches from the cut end; probe every tail with an awl and treat any penetration deeper than 1/4 inch. Minor rot under 2 inches can be consolidated with two-part wood hardener ($15–$25) and epoxy filler ($20–$35 per rafter); rot deeper than 2 inches requires sistering a new 2×6 or 2×8 at $25–$50 per rafter in materials. Nailing new fascia to rotted rafter tails means the fascia pulls free within 2–3 years under wind or gutter weight.
Wood fascia at $1.50–$3.00 per linear foot requires repainti…
Wood fascia at $1.50–$3.00 per linear foot requires repainting every 3–5 years at $2–$4 per linear foot per cycle; over 20 years a 120-linear-foot wood system costs $1,140–$2,280 in material plus four paint cycles. PVC cellular fascia at $3.50–$7.00 per linear foot carries 25-year warranties and needs zero maintenance, bringing the 20-year cost to $420–$840. Choose PVC for north-facing and shaded eaves where moisture retention is highest — those faces account for 60–70% of fascia rot failures.
Without drip edge bridging the top-of-fascia to sheathing jo…
Without drip edge bridging the top-of-fascia to sheathing joint, water wicks into fascia end grain and sheathing edge, rotting both within 5–8 years even on treated wood. Aluminum drip edge costs $0.50–$1.25 per linear foot; on a 120-foot run, material totals $60–$150 with 1–2 hours of installation. That $100–$250 investment prevents the $1,500–$4,000 cost of premature fascia and sheathing edge replacement.
Hidden costs
The calculator excludes the $75–$250 permit that triggers th…
The calculator excludes the $75–$250 permit that triggers the moment the job touches structural rafter tails or pairs with a re-roof. Jurisdictions north of the 2021 IRC adoption line treat rafter-tail sistering as structural repair, pulling a framing permit at $120–$200 in most counties plus a $50–$80 re-inspection if the first inspection flags undersized blocking. Coastal high-wind zones governed by IRC R301.2.1 require a fascia fastening schedule on the permit, adding a plan-review fee near $90. On a 120-linear-foot job, inspector wait time can add a full $1.50/linear ft (BLS OEWS 47-2031 median $26.25/hr) of idle labor you still pay for.
A 120-linear-foot Fascia Board Replacement strips roughly 0.…
A 120-linear-foot Fascia Board Replacement strips roughly 0.4 cubic yards of old wood fascia and bent gutter spikes; contractor bag-and-haul runs $150–$300, and a half-load dump ticket adds $40–$75 depending on the transfer station's per-ton rate. Lead-paint-era fascia on homes built before 1978 triggers RRP-rule containment under EPA 40 CFR 745, adding $200–$400 for plastic sheeting, a HEPA vacuum pass, and certified-renovator handling. Cedar and old-growth fir fascia sometimes fetches $30–$60 at an architectural-salvage yard, but only clear, knot-free stock pulled intact qualifies. The calculator's installed range prices neither the haul nor the regulated-material surcharge that doubles disposal cost on pre-1978 homes.
Scaffold mobilization for a 2-story run rents at $200–$450 f…
Scaffold mobilization for a 2-story run rents at $200–$450 for the week plus a fixed $150–$250 setup-and-strike charge regardless of footage, so an 80-foot second-story job pays the same $400 mobilization as a 200-foot one. Landscaping protection, A/C condenser relocation, and deck-railing removal to land the scaffold add $100–$300. Soft or sloped ground that won't hold scaffold base plates forces cribbing or a mini-platform at another $150. The flat $4/linear ft ground-level versus $8/linear ft second-story figure (BLS OEWS 47-2031 median $26.25/hr) is baked into the labor estimate, but the discrete mobilization line sits outside what the calculator returns.
Rotted rafter tails need sistering at $3–$5/linear ft (BLS O…
Rotted rafter tails need sistering at $3–$5/linear ft (BLS OEWS 47-2031 median $26.25/hr); a punky sub-fascia or ledger behind the visible board adds another $2–$4/linear ft; and water that wicked into the roof decking pushes eave plywood replacement at $3–$6/sq ft of affected area. Drip edge and gutter apron almost always need replacing once disturbed at $1.25–$2/linear ft. If fascia rot traces to a failed chimney chase, masonry remediation must happen before new fascia goes up or the new board rots within 2 seasons from the same leak.
Rookie mistakes
After 10–20 years, old gutter spikes have elongated their ho…
After 10–20 years, old gutter spikes have elongated their holes in the fascia to 3/8–1/2 inch diameter and cannot grip new wood; gutters sag within one rain season and route water directly down the new fascia face. Replace all hangers with modern screw-in gutter hangers at $1.50–$3.00 each spaced every 24 inches — a 120-foot run needs 60 hangers at $90–$180 total. That upgrade costs $50–$100 more than reusing old spikes but protects the $600–$1,200 investment in new fascia.
Once fascia is nailed at 8–20 feet above grade, painting the…
Once fascia is nailed at 8–20 feet above grade, painting the back face and top edge is impractical; uncoated back surfaces absorb attic moisture and rot from the inside out within 3–5 years, appearing fine from the ground until the front face collapses. Prime and paint all 6 surfaces on sawhorses before installation — two coats of exterior primer adds $15–$25 in material and 2–3 hours. This pre-painting step doubles wood fascia lifespan from 8–12 years to 15–25 years on a typical 120-foot project.
A 2×6 rafter has a 5.5-inch actual depth but at a 4/12 pitch…
A 2×6 rafter has a 5.5-inch actual depth but at a 4/12 pitch the plumb-cut face measures 5.7 inches, leaving 0.2 inches of rafter tail exposed above 1×6 (5.5-inch actual) fascia; at 8/12 pitch the gap exceeds 1 inch. Always use fascia one nominal size larger — 1×8 (7.25-inch actual) for 2×6 rafters, 1×10 (9.25-inch actual) for 2×8 rafters. The cost difference between 1×6 and 1×8 is $0.50–$1.00 per linear foot, or $60–$120 on a 120-foot run.
Example project costs
Small Home (80 lft)
80 linear ft of eave and rake fascia
| Pine 1x6 fascia material (#2, paint-grade) | $48-$64 |
| Tear-off, hang, and fasten labor (single-story) | $320-$480 |
| Mobilization and ladder setup (fixed, high per-ft on small run) | $120-$200 |
| Prime and first paint coat | $90-$130 |
| Total | $580-$1,440 |
Standard (120 lft)
120 linear ft of eave and rake fascia
| Composite or PVC fascia material | $180-$480 |
| Tear-off, hang, and fasten labor | $480-$720 |
| Gutter removal and re-hang | $240-$480 |
| Drip edge and sealant | $60-$120 |
| Total | $720-$2,160 |
Full Perimeter (200 lft)
200 linear ft full-perimeter eave plus gable rake
| Mixed wood and PVC fascia material | $200-$800 |
| Tear-off and install labor (setup amortized) | $800-$1,400 |
| Scaffold rental and mobilization (partial second-story) | $400-$700 |
| Disposal, drip edge, and finish | $250-$500 |
| Total | $1,200-$3,600 |
What NOT to build with fascia board replacement
Don't use fascia board replacement for: Homes with ice dam history where eave ventilation is blocked
New fascia in an ice-dam-prone eave rots within 3–5 years be…
New fascia in an ice-dam-prone eave rots within 3–5 years because the root cause — attic heat melting snow that refreezes at the cold eave and backs water under shingles — remains unresolved; restore soffit venting first at $3–$6/linear ft before touching fascia.
Don't use fascia board replacement for: Exposed rafter tail designs with no fascia board by architectural intent
Adding fascia to exposed rafter tails changes architectural …
Adding fascia to exposed rafter tails changes architectural character, may violate historic district guidelines requiring $500–$2,000 in variance fees, and forces re-engineering of the gutter attachment; repair the rafter tails directly at $25–$50 each instead.
Fascia Board Materials Compared
| Option | Pros & Cons | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Finger-Jointed Primed Pine | Lowest cost at $1.50–$3.00/ft; paintable; rots in 8–15 years without maintenance; requires repainting every 3–5 years | Budget-conscious projects where the homeowner commits to regular painting maintenance |
| PVC Cellular Board | Costs $3.50–$7.00/ft; never rots or needs paint; 25-year+ warranty; expands/contracts with temperature; cuts and installs like wood | Permanent low-maintenance installation, especially on hard-to-reach eaves where repainting is impractical |
| Composite (Wood-Polymer Blend) | Costs $2.50–$5.00/ft; rot-resistant; paintable for color changes; less thermal expansion than PVC; moderate lifespan of 20+ years | Homeowners who want rot resistance but also want the option to change fascia color to match future exterior paint |
| Aluminum Fascia Cover (Over Existing Wood) | Costs $3–$6/ft installed; covers existing fascia with aluminum wrap; prevents future rot; cannot fix existing rot; dents from impact | Sound fascia boards with peeling paint where the goal is maintenance elimination without replacing the underlying wood |
Tools required for DIY fascia board replacement
Skill level required and where it bites
Time required for a DIY fascia run
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Fascia board material grades and the standards that govern them
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Project scope and the sizing rules that set linear footage
Cost drivers and the exceptions that break the range
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Fascia Board Replacement cost per linear foot?
$6–$18 per linear foot installed: budget #2 pine lands near $6/linear ft, engineered composite runs $9–$12, and cellular PVC tops out at $18/linear ft. Material alone is $0.60–$0.80/lft for pine versus $2.00–$4.00/lft for PVC (BLS PPI PCU321918 index 165.4); the rest is carpenter labor at a $26.25/hr median (BLS OEWS 47-2031).
Why does second-story Fascia Board Replacement cost so much more?
$8 per linear foot in labor at the second story versus $4 at ground level (BLS OEWS 47-2031 median $26.25/hr) — the labor doubles. Pump-jack or pole scaffolding must be set up and struck, the crew works tied off above 8:12 pitch, and a 120-foot run stretches from 1.5 crew-days at ground level to over 2.5 days up high.
Is PVC worth the price premium for Fascia Board Replacement?
$2.00–$4.00 per linear foot for cellular PVC versus $0.60–$0.80 for pine (BLS PPI PCU321918 index 165.4), but PVC carries a 50-year life and needs no paint while pine demands a repaint every 5 years. In freeze-thaw climates north of 4,500 heating-degree-days, wood fascia life drops to 12 years, which is where PVC pays back.
Can I save money combining Fascia Board Replacement with soffit work?
$2–$4 per linear foot saved by replacing fascia and soffit together — one scaffold setup and one mobilization serve both planes, keeping $240–$480 on a 120-foot run. The soffit-calculator returns the panel count for the paired soffit run so both quantities stay synced to the same eave length, preventing a 10–15% over-order on soffit panels.
What hidden costs blow up a Fascia Board Replacement quote?
$3–$5 per linear foot for sistering rotted rafter tails is the biggest surprise (BLS OEWS 47-2031 median $26.25/hr), uncovered only after tear-off. Gutter re-hang adds $2–$4/lft, disposal runs $150–$300, and pre-1978 lead-paint containment under EPA 40 CFR 745 adds $200–$400; permits for structural tail repair run $75–$250.
How long does Fascia Board Replacement take to install?
About 1.5 crew-days for a pro on a 120-linear-foot single-story run, stretching past 2.5 crew-days at the second story once scaffold setup is counted. PVC and composite skip the 3–4 hour paint block that wood requires but add 30 minutes of pre-drilling time since PVC splits if face-nailed cold.
Sources
- BLS PPI PCU321918 Other Millwork — verified 2025-04, updates monthly
- BLS OEWS 47-2031 Carpenters — verified 2025-04, updates annual