How To Install Soffit And Fascia - In The Peak Of The Roof!

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Is there something about soffit or fascia that you would like to see me make a video about?

[@sixpackguy3000]

What differences are there in installation between vinyl and aluminum soffit. Looks like they are very similar.

[@noahb.7838]

How do you install the J channel against the brick.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

@@noahb.7838 Tapcons should work

[@wisconsinbush2940]

How do you install facia with two miter cuts. Like that first roof in this video.

[@MS-ii1sv]

How to do it without a bird box just carrying the siding over to the eaves soffit.

[@stephencarper5540]

I watched your bird box, soffit & facia videos and did my small garage roof replacement. I've gotten RAVE reviews from my friends. Turned out PERFECTLY. Thank you for teaching us how todo it correctly

[@patrickshea7073]

Your tip on reversing the blade on the saw was great. I reversed it on my sliding miter saw and it works fine and I didn't have to build a jig. Love watching your videos. I have picked up several tips while building my workshop.

[@fredmckenzie1886]

Josh, I've been planning a vinyl siding DIY remodeling project on a couple buildings that I own for several months now. Been all over youtube trying to learn as much as I can about installing siding. No one site had all the material needed to do the job. Your site and series of siding videos is by far the best there is out there. This one on how to install fascia in the peak was just what I needed to handle the fascia trim. It and all others were very informative, detailed and well presented. After watching all your siding videos several times, I feel confident now that I have the knowledge to tackle this project. I have the tools, time and definitely agree that it's worth doing myself rather than paying that extra money for subpar work. I also loved the jig you have made, will be making one of those in the near future. Again, great job, all videos were very helpful. Thanks for sharing your expertise and knowledge with us. Looking forward to more videos in the future. You could have been a teacher! Fred

[@ChrisR-t4m]

Doing the same job right now. Your video's are best I've watched. Very helpful and easy to watch and understand. Thank you.

[@peppergirlwilson5936]

I just wanted to say your video was such a great help. I am a handy lady and never have done the fascia before and used your video on how to do the peak and it made it so simple. Thank you again for doing this video

[@jowiislizzant1384]

Easily my favorite videos for contractors. I recently got into lead paint abatement after being in the paint industry for twenty years and your videos have been invaluable. Thank you for sharing your wealth of knowledge

[@TexomaGuy]

Your video is very helpful. I’m not good at determining angles. How did you know to use 7 12 on your speed square to make your angle, how do I determine my angle at the top of the fascia? Thank you.

[@ScrappyTheKnell]

Finally a video that shows the peak. Thanks!

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

You are welcome! Glad I can help. Take care!

[@atticusfinch4687]

I'm about to tackle the siding and soffit on a 10x 20' shed. This is a very helpful tutorial. I found the bird box video so it looks like you're going to help me all the way through. "Excellent" channel! Thanks for the help .

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Oh yeah there’s definitely enough information to help you build a shed on this channel. I’m glad this channel is helpful for you! I appreciate you watching!

[@atticusfinch4687]

@@TheExcellentLaborer Thanks! The shed is framed and wrapped but now after checking it out today I'll need something wider than a 2x10 because my eave extends farther out

[@claudiacanales2662]

That is truly artwork. So neat, clean, and fresh!

[@ricbryant1539]

I had to modify some of your suggestions because I didn’t do bird boxes like yours in the video. I was trying to match the house architecture. Everything you did was really helpful and I think my job looks ok. Made some mistakes and I did a few things different. Thanks for your videos and keep up the good work.

[@rvduck96]

Great instructions. Thanks a bunch

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

No problem! I hope it helps!

[@VirtualVideosChannel]

Another great video. I just finished my soffits thanks to your other video with the jig. I was not sure about the gable end. Very helpful!!

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

That is so cool! I’m glad you are being resourceful and using my videos to help you. It’s always satisfying to see the soffit finished on the house. Good luck with the rest of your projects!

[@VirtualVideosChannel]

@@TheExcellentLaborer Thank you! 🤗

[@KayStrouse-uy2sb]

Great videos, I am building a large garage with dormers, you have guided me nearly every step of the way!

[@robertmargetts2089]

Currently at work on my break. You helped me a LOT lol

[@bryand7922]

That was extremely helpful, thanks. I need to replace the entire siding on my garage and this was a perfect guide.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Great to hear! Good luck ob your project!

[@jamesbillet8954]

Great job Josh. Thank you for sharing.🙂🙂🙂.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

You’re welcome. I’m glad I could help!

[@calvinbolger1891]

Excellent video, thanks so much.

[@worship945]

Thanks..good explanation

[@ronaldfrankovich5175]

outstanding just what i needed

[@slo232000]

i used a similar setup to cut vinyl soffit but even with blade backwards and trying different tooth count blades siding vent holes would break off completely and it would chip. Lot of pieces were damaged so had to go back to cutting by hand.

[@adammackinnon2573]

Thanks Josh, based on your outfit it looks cold! I installed aluminum fascia in the middle of winter and it ended up going all wavy by the time summer arrived (due to expansion i guess). Did you experience the same issue?

[@Y_I_DIY]

Great video and instruction

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@CounterCODE1]

Thanks for the info

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

No problem!

[@framnerdan]

Looked a little chilly there Josh. Thanks for the video guy. Take care

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Yeah it was definitely chilly. I can’t handle the cold!

[@terryenyart5838]

Excellent video & great info. Thank you

[@stephenzwicker7099]

Great job 👍

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Thank you Stephen!

[@robertwelzbacher7114]

Well done!

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Thank you, Robert!

[@noahb.7838]

Great job my friend.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Thanks !!

[@geraldholmes427]

Great video

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Thank you Gerald!

[@PhuongLe-us5oe]

Is adding soffits on the gable ends for cosmetic only, since there is no vent to the attic on that side?

[@dustina6261]

Question, at the peak what do you do if the soffit panel doesn't land on a groove like yours did? still pre bend the raised portion just the same?

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

I still bend it to make it work. Hope that helps!

[@peterfettig8666]

How did you get the soffit to fit exactly in the corner so you ended up with a full piece on both sides? Or did you just get lucky?

[@rosalenebryant5242]

Do you have a video on how to install 6 inch gutters?

[@Tboiy555]

Getting ready to put soffit on my new shed, this video and the others you have done have been really helpful!

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

I'm glad I could help!

[@PatrickParsonWorkshop]

I want to use the (vinyl of aluminum?) soffit you used, but I will probably use PVC for the fascia. Does that add any complexity...or is there anything I should know about that before I start? Thanks in advance for your help.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Should not add anymore complexity. It is pretty simple stuff. Good luck on your project!

[@barrycritch3417]

So when you butted up the two pieces of facia in the peak did you put some caulking underneath?? Thanks very informative video.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

I did not. Not needed because they overlap each other.

[@JamesMellott-w2l]

How about the nailheads in the drip edge any silicone? seems like that may cause a leak in my opinion cause the whole fascia board to rot over time what’s your opinion on that?

[@JamesMellott-w2l]

Yea you’re not supposed to ever face nail fascia unless maybe you’re in an extremely high wind/storm area and if you did you would definitely need to silicone or it would leak

[@calebwelch4422]

I was told by a 20 year plus gutter facia, soffit, and siding and he told me to to put facia nails into the drip edge because it will oil can the drip edge and mess your shingles up.

[@shaun9209]

Is this aluminum soffit your using? I am installing vinyl soffit and about to do the peak but I don’t think vinyl will bend like aluminum so curious if I should run two things of j channel at the top to hide the seam of two pieces connecting since it won’t bend.

[@thecoachman9084]

What do you use against the house instead of j channel to hold the soffit pieces if there is wood siding on the house already ?

[@lamotivacionrd.533]

one question bro, how many boxes of Siding are 18 Squares?

[@stevenmorris7959]

I'm adding aluminum facia to my gable that has vinyl siding attached already. Can I just slide the bottom of the aluminum facia in between the facia board and the Top siding channel?

[@bwmmitchell2773]

thanks, very helpful!!!!!

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

I’m glad I can help!

[@jjhays27]

How close are you to florida?

[@Northeast_Mainiac]

Hello, ty for the tips, where do you get that beaded aluminum facia from?

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

You are welcome. The aluminum facia came from ABC Building Supply company

[@Northeast_Mainiac]

@@TheExcellentLaborer is that something that is online? I love your channel! I’ve learned so much from just watching you, your easy to understand and you are very good at exposing things! I would love to come work for you. I see abc building supply company is in Portland Maine, I live about an hour from there

[@brandonadams5011]

Ok. One thing I’ve noticed you lacked explaining, was how you get it to end in a “valley” part of the soffit so it looks good instead of ending at the lower area if that makes sense. On the bird box you ended the soffit right at a nailing flange. When i done mine i ended up having to cut one right in the middle. The fascia will cover it but still. Also how to you start the first piece of soffit with no nailing flange, how do you nail it off so it looks good.

[@T.E.P.]

love it dude great great great.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Thanks bro! I hope you found value in this video.

[@T.E.P.]

@@TheExcellentLaborer always ... i'll be getting $ to you for the pleasure ... merch donations etc

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

I still have not done too much research on the merch. Maybe it could make money if I sell enough of it.

[@kimchidahl]

My mom and I are at the soffit and fascia stage of siding and I was wondering if the soffit panels you used in this video are vinyl - vented. Trying to answer a question for my mom about quality issues. Long story... ;) Thanks!

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Hi Kim. Yes this is vinyl soffit. It does not dent or bend like aluminum which is better. Hope that helps. Good luck on your project!

[@garychannell4663]

Can you do a video on how to do fascia on a house that’s already sided?

[@darlenedeleon8728]

Would screws be more secure?? Or nails are enough??

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Screws would hold better but they are an eye sore.

[@skykiddiaz7655]

thanks!

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Sure!

[@LukeeCookee]

How do you finish the peak if your ridge beam is sticking below the rafters? I used a 2 x 6 ridge beam with 2x4 rafters on my shed and i cant figure out a way to make my peak work...

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

You could rip a piece of wood down to fill the gap. Hope that helps!

[@chemasanglez4239]

Una pregunta carnal por que no usas pistola de grapas para suffit? Me gustaria que me contestants carnal gracias

[@seeharvester]

Shouldn't that house wrap membrane go all the way to the roof sheathing? What happens when you power wash your house and water gets up there and runs down behind the wrap?

[@jban4457]

Maybe I missed something but why is the gable overhang vented?

[@tylerbonts]

But where do you buy the fascia??? I can’t find it anywhere near me.

[@feldmanjared]

Looks great!

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Thanks! I hope it keeps looking good for years to come.

[@lizwattss2130]

How do you install aluminum trim to side of house near the roof,?

[@tinam5929]

But what size nails did you use to nail the fascia? Why don't people mention everything and leave out important parts?

[@lizwattss2130]

How do you install trim on side of house near the roof,?

[@lavidanormalderay3296]

So we are allowed to nail in to the drip edge and fascia?

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Yes you are allowed. Some dont like to do that if they have to replace the roof and the drip edge is attached to the fascia. Thanks for watching!

[@lavidanormalderay3296]

@@TheExcellentLaborer okay thanks good for me to know.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

@@lavidanormalderay3296 No problem!

[@GoodNiteUSA]

How do you soffit 90 degree inside corners?

[@ezequiaslopez984]

where can i find fascia?

[@Proulx05]

Don't bugs get through the holes?

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Maybe very very small bugs. You have to vent your house!

[@cappyfann750]

The fascia and soffit don't look all that difficult, even at the peak. Unfortunately, I have a peak on a brick addition where the bricks are stair stepped leaving a lot of open space. I'm not in the trades, so this will be a challenge.

[@daxburdette6355]

How can I hire you to do mine?

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Haha I’m just too busy

[@GurnBograt1986]

This series is the de-facto installation fascia, soffit, and soffit boxing instructional videos.

[@tdebrum123]

What is the brand name of the fascia.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Certainteed if I remember correctly.

[@tdebrum123]

@@TheExcellentLaborer thank you.

[@tshirtartdesignqueenleo3855]

love your video but i was to busy looking at your beautiful blue eyes hehehe

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Thank you!

[@grumpytuber]

Why is the soffit vented on that side? I see no need for it…just to match the eaves sides?

[@tyronegregory5417]

is it always 7 12?

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

No it could be anywhere from 4/12 to 12/12. I hope that helps!

[@pickfess]

Very nice instructional piece. I really appreciate all of your videos, they are VERY helpful!!

[@mikegresham9424]

Always treat wood painted ,or else termites

[@T.E.P.]

ohhhhh yeah .. i feel spoiled getting to watch these 1st. at the time of this post their are 4 views and gonna assume it's you and your friends.

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Man! How do you keep getting the first comment in!?!? lol Its much warmer since I made this video. I just had a hoodie on working today.

[@T.E.P.]

@@TheExcellentLaborer I'm your only friend right now as your channel blows up to the excellence of your skills. then i'll just be lost in the cloud of many many subscribers hahahha

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Hahah That’s hilarious man! Do you work construction?

[@T.E.P.]

@@TheExcellentLaborer yeah ... as much as i comment on the vids you might not believe it but yes indeed!

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

Awesome. What is your trade?

[@adm4116]

Dude you should never put a nail in the drip edge. I don't think that changes across the country.

[@lonniebeaty301]

Wow the material is cheap. No Wonder when a tornado cones through y'all's homes are torn to pieces.. . Glad I'm an old school carpenter...

[@grijalvajuan]

thanks for your video

[@TheExcellentLaborer]

You are welcome!

[@grijalvajuan]

@@TheExcellentLaborer god’s bless you and your family