Roofing fascia boards are another area of your home that needs maintenance — over time they can rot or become damaged, usually due to worn shingles or improper/damaged gutters.
The fascia is a vertical finishing edge connected to the ends of the rafters, trusses, or the area where the gutter is attached to the roof. The primary role of the fascia is to act as a layer between the edge of the roof and the outdoors, protecting the wooden board against water damage that can occur during certain weather conditions.
Fascia boards also play a very important aesthetic role, since they create a smoother, more even appearance for the edge of the roof.