Fascia and Soffit Cost Ireland 2026
Fascia and soffit cost in Ireland ranges from around €600 for a small front-only job to €4,500 for a large detached home with all sides done. Most standard 3-bed semi-detached houses pay €1,800–€2,700 for full PVC fascia, soffit and new gutters supplied and fitted. Full supply-and-fit PVC typically works out at €45–€65 per linear metre, dropping to roughly €35–€45 per metre for bare supply-only or fascia-only jobs without gutters.
Use the free calculator below to estimate your fascia and soffit replacement cost in seconds, then scroll for a full price breakdown by house type, material and per metre.
Fascia & Soffit Cost Calculator
Instant guide estimate · Irish 2026 prices · incl. VAT
Guide estimate only. Final price depends on roofline length, timber condition, access and contractor. If rotten rafters or backing boards are found once old boards are removed, expect extra. Always get at least three written quotes from insured Irish installers before agreeing work.
What Is Fascia and Soffit?
The fascia is the straight board that runs along the edge of your roof, fixed to the ends of the rafters. It supports your gutters and gives the roofline a clean, finished edge. The soffit is the board underneath, covering the gap between the fascia and the wall. It protects the roof timbers from weather while allowing air to flow into the attic through small vents, which helps prevent damp and condensation. Good soffit ventilation also supports attic insulation performance — see SEAI's guidance on attic insulation for more on keeping your roof space efficient.
Fascia and soffit are almost always priced and fitted together, since replacing one usually means removing the other. Most Irish quotes bundle both with new gutters, as old brackets rarely fit new boards. For other roofing costs, see our full roof cost calculator hub.
Fascia and Soffit Prices by House Type
Full replacement with new PVC or aluminium fascia, soffit and matching gutters, supplied and fitted, including VAT:
Prices assume ground-floor or standard two-storey access. Add roughly €500–€1,200 for scaffolding on awkward or high roofs. Figures are supply-and-fit guide prices — always confirm with a written quote.
Per Metre, and Repair vs Full Replacement
Repair is worth considering if only one section is damaged — for example after a storm, or where a gutter bracket has pulled away. But once boards are more than 15–20 years old, most Irish installers recommend full replacement, since matching old PVC colour and profile gets harder over time and a repair may not last as long as a fresh install.
What Affects Fascia and Soffit Cost
The price ranges above cover most jobs, but a few factors can push your quote up or down:
Most Irish installers strongly recommend replacing gutters alongside fascia and soffit, even if the old gutters still look fine. New PVC boards use different bracket spacing, so refitting old gutters onto them is often more labour than just fitting new ones. Bundling the two also saves on a second call-out and scaffolding hire, which is usually the bigger cost driver than the materials themselves.
Labour makes up most of a fascia and soffit quote, so location matters. Dublin and other city jobs typically run 10–20% above rural or regional quotes for the same size house, mainly due to higher day rates and parking or access restrictions in older terraced areas. Getting quotes from two or three local installers rather than a single Dublin-based national firm can narrow this gap.
Fascia boards are nailed to the rafter ends, and soffits often hide the first sign of a leaking roof or blocked gutter. If a contractor finds rotten rafter ends or damp roof timber once the old boards come off, expect an extra cost to repair or "sister" the timber before new PVC or aluminium can go up. This is the single most common reason a fascia job ends up dearer than the original quote. If the damage extends into the wider roof structure, see our roof repair cost guide for what's typically involved.
Single-storey bungalows can often be done from a ladder or tower, keeping cost down. Two-storey homes, dormer roofs, or houses with no side access for a van usually need scaffolding, adding roughly €500–€1,200 depending on how long it needs to stay up. Terraced houses with no rear laneway access can also add a small surcharge for material handling.
White PVC is the cheapest and most common option. Woodgrain-effect PVC (Rosewood, Anthracite Grey, Black) typically adds 10–15% to material cost. Aluminium costs more again but resists fading and impact damage better, which is why it's more common on new-builds and higher-spec renovations.
Signs You Need Fascia or Soffit Replacement
Fascia and soffit damage is easy to miss from ground level. Look out for:
- Peeling, cracking or flaking paint on timber fascia boards
- Sagging or dipping sections along the roofline
- Gaps opening up between boards, or boards pulling away from the wall
- Water staining or damp patches on the wall just below the soffit
- Birds, wasps or rodents getting into the attic through soffit gaps
- Gutters that keep sagging or pulling loose, even after re-fixing
Any one of these on its own might just need a repair. Several together, especially on an older house, usually means full replacement is the more cost-effective option long-term. If you're planning to convert your attic into living space, it's worth fixing fascia and soffit issues first — see our attic conversion cost guide for what's involved.
Fascia and Soffit Cost FAQs
Most Irish homeowners pay between €1,100 and €3,800 to replace soffit and fascia, depending on house size and material. A standard 3-bed semi-detached house with PVC boards and new gutters typically comes to €1,800–€2,700. Terraced houses are usually cheaper due to fewer sides needing work, while detached homes with all four sides done sit at the higher end. Aluminium adds roughly 20–30% to the material cost but lasts longer and resists fading better than PVC.
Per linear metre, expect to pay €45–€65 for full supply-and-fit PVC fascia and soffit, or €35–€45 per metre if you're only replacing the fascia board without new gutters. Aluminium runs higher again due to material cost. Gutters and downpipes add a further €15–€25 per metre if done at the same time, which most installers recommend. Get at least three written quotes, since labour rates vary more than material costs across different parts of Ireland.
Removal and disposal of old boards is normally included in a supply-and-fit quote, not charged separately, so the price ranges above already cover strip-out. The exception is if the old boards are timber rather than PVC, which can take longer to remove and may reveal rotten rafter ends that need repair before new boards go up. Always ask whether your quote includes full removal and waste disposal, since some cheaper quotes leave this out.
For a 4-bed detached house with all four sides done, expect €2,500–€3,800 for PVC with new gutters included, or €3,200–€4,900 for aluminium. Detached houses have the longest roofline of any house type, since every side is exposed, which is why they sit at the top of the price range. Add €500–€1,200 more if scaffolding is needed for upper storeys or awkward access. Use the calculator above with "Detached" selected to get a live estimate based on your material choice.