Fascias and Soffits Replacement Cost UK (uPVC)

Fascias and soffits cost most UK homeowners between roughly £1,400 for a small terrace and £4,500 or more for a detached house when replaced in uPVC, which works out at around £60 to £120 per linear metre supplied and fitted. Add guttering and the total climbs; add scaffolding and it climbs again. This guide gives real 2026 price ranges by house type, explains the cheaper cap-over option and when it is safe, and shows what actually moves the number so you can sanity-check a quote before a contractor arrives.

As with every figure on this site, these are indicative ranges to help you judge a fair price, not a substitute for a proper quote. Nobody honest prices a roofline without seeing the runs, the height and the state of the timber behind the boards.

Fascias and soffits cost by house type

Most roofline quotes are priced by the property, because that determines how many metres of board and gutter there are and how high the work sits. These are typical 2026 ranges for a full uPVC replacement of fascias and soffits, with guttering included where noted.

The wide ranges are real, not hedging. A simple two-storey semi with straight runs and clear access sits near the bottom; the same house with bay windows, dormers, awkward access and rotten timber to cut out sits near the top. Where the figures include new guttering and bargeboards, they are a full roofline replacement rather than fascias and soffits alone.

Cost per metre

If you want to estimate from your own measurements, uPVC fascia and soffit supplied and fitted runs roughly £60 to £120 per linear metre. Add guttering and expect around £300 to £700 on top for a typical house, or closer to £1,000 if you are replacing 15 to 20 metres of gutter with three downpipes. To use the per-metre figure, measure the total length of the roofline you are replacing (the eaves runs plus any bargeboards on the gable ends), then multiply.

Cap-over vs full replacement

There are two ways to fit uPVC. A full replacement strips off the old timber fascias and soffits entirely and fits new uPVC to the rafter ends. A cap-over (also called capping or over-cladding) leaves the existing timber in place and fits uPVC over the front of it. Cap-over is roughly 20 to 30 per cent cheaper because it is faster and skips the tear-off.

The catch is that cap-over is only safe on sound, dry timber. Capping over rotten or damp boards traps the moisture and hides a problem that keeps spreading, so it is a false economy on anything but good timber. A reputable contractor will check the state of the existing boards before recommending it. If your fascias are soft, black or crumbling, pay for the full replacement.

What changes the price

• House height and access. Two-storey work usually needs a scaffold or tower, which adds around £600 to £1,500 for the job, or £300 to £600 a week to hire. Bungalows and single-storey runs are far cheaper because they are reachable from a ladder or low tower.
• Condition of the timber. Cutting out and replacing rotten rafter ends or fitting new timber behind the uPVC adds labour that a straight swap does not.
• How much you replace. Fascias and soffits alone cost less than a full roofline of fascias, soffits, bargeboards and guttering done together, though doing it all at once while the scaffold is up is usually cheaper than returning later.
• Board style and colour. Plain white uPVC is cheapest. Woodgrain finishes, black, grey or foiled colours, and vented soffits for roof ventilation cost a little more.
• Region. London and the South East typically run 10 to 15 per cent above the national average.

Is it worth doing?

uPVC is the lowest-maintenance and lowest-cost roofline material, and unlike timber it will not warp, rot or need repainting every few years, which is why almost all replacements now use it. If your existing boards are peeling, sagging or letting birds and water into the roof space, replacement protects the roof structure behind them, so it is as much a repair as a cosmetic upgrade. The Federation of Master Builders has useful independent guidance on soffit and fascia costs if you want a second reference before you commit.

For related roofline work, see our guides to guttering and gutter cleaning costs and roof scaffolding cost, and if you are weighing a larger job, the new roof cost guide.

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to replace fascias and soffits in the UK? In 2026, a full uPVC replacement typically costs around £1,400 to £2,800 for a terrace, £1,800 to £4,000 for a 3-bed semi, and £3,200 to £7,500 for a detached house, or roughly £60 to £120 per linear metre supplied and fitted. Guttering and scaffolding add to those figures.

What is the difference between fascias and soffits? The fascia is the vertical board that runs along the ends of the rafters at the edge of the roof, and the guttering is fixed to it. The soffit is the horizontal board tucked underneath, closing the gap between the fascia and the wall. They are usually replaced together as one roofline job.

Is cap-over cheaper than full replacement? Yes, capping uPVC over the existing timber is about 20 to 30 per cent cheaper than a full tear-off and replacement. However, it is only safe on sound, dry timber. Capping over rotten or damp boards traps moisture and hides a spreading problem, so a full replacement is worth the extra on poor timber.

Do I need scaffolding to replace fascias and soffits? For most two-storey houses, yes, either a scaffold or a scaffold tower, which adds roughly £600 to £1,500 to the job. Single-storey runs and bungalows can often be reached with a ladder or low tower, which is why they cost noticeably less.

Should I replace the guttering at the same time? Usually it makes sense. The gutters come off to fit new fascias anyway, and old uPVC gutter can be brittle. Doing it while the scaffold is already up avoids paying twice for access, so combining the work is often cheaper overall than replacing gutters separately later.

How long do uPVC fascias and soffits last? Good-quality uPVC roofline typically lasts around 25 years or more with almost no maintenance beyond an occasional wash. Unlike timber it does not rot, warp or need repainting, which is the main reason it has replaced wood on most UK homes.