Adept Construction replaced the soffit, fascia and gutters on a brick split-level home in Downers Grove, IL. The new tan trim and gutters match the home’s siding.
Project at a glance
- Location: Downers Grove, IL (DuPage County)
- Service: soffit, fascia and gutters
About the area
Downers Grove was settled by Pierce Downer in 1832 and sits in DuPage County, the second most populous county in Illinois. Adept Construction’s office is in Downers Grove.
What we did
- Replaced the soffit and fascia along the roof edges.
- Installed new gutters and downspouts.
The finished project
Why soffit, fascia and gutters go together
Gutters hang from the fascia, and the soffit covers the underside of the roof overhang. Replacing all three at once gives the gutters a solid board to hang from and closes gaps where birds and insects get in.
Keeping it in good shape
- Clean the gutters each fall after the leaves drop so melting snow and spring rain can drain away from the roof edge.
- Watch for long icicles or ice ridges at the eaves in winter. They can point to attic heat loss and ice dams that push water under the roof edge.
- Make sure downspouts carry water several feet away from the foundation.
- Keep soffit vents clear so the attic can breathe.
- Check the roof from the ground after severe storms. The National Weather Service Chicago office issues severe thunderstorm and high wind warnings for DuPage and Will counties, and lifted or missing shingles should be looked at before the next storm.
Frequently asked questions
Yes. Adept Construction replaced the soffit, fascia and gutters on this Downers Grove split-level.
Fascia is the board along the roof edge that holds the gutters. Soffit covers the underside of the overhang.
It often makes sense, since the gutters hang from the fascia and all three share the same roof edge.
Adept Construction’s office is in Downers Grove, IL.
Planning a project in Downers Grove?
Adept Construction has served DuPage and Will County homeowners since 1997. See our Downers Grove services and gutter installation. You can also see more Adept projects or request a free roof estimate.
