Understanding the Role and Importance of Soffits

• Provide ventilation to your attic
• Enhance the overall appearance of your structure
• Protect your roof and rafters from weather and pests

Common Soffit Issues

When your soffits are in disrepair, it can upset the balance of your home or business. I&E Construction is a reputable soffit repair contractor that serves the greater St. Louis, MO area. Our skilled professionals can repair damage caused by

• Improper Installation: Well-functioning soffits require proper installation, and serious problems can occur when they aren’t. If soffits are placed too close together, they may not provide adequate ventilation but placing them too far apart can result in animal and pest intrusions. Incorrect placement can also make soffits more susceptible to damage from wind and other weather elements.
• Moisture Damage: Because they are usually located next to gutters, soffits, especially wooden ones, are at increased risk of water damage. Make sure to clean gutters and soffits a couple of times a year to reduce the likelihood of moisture damage and wet rot.
• Dry Rot: If you have wood siding and soffits, dry rot can be a major issue. It is caused by a certain type of fungus that feeds on wood fiber. If pieces fall out of your wood siding or soffit when you firmly tap on them, you may have dry rot.
• Animal and Insect Infiltration: Left unchecked, pests will make themselves right at home in your eaves or attic. Mice, birds, wasps, and other small creatures can use the soffits to enter the attic or make nests in any of the nooks and crannies they find.

Professional Soffit Repair from I&E Construction

Damaged or misaligned soffits can compromise the integrity of your house or commercial property, and I&E Construction knows how important it is to make timely repairs to prevent further harm. You can trust that our qualified contractors will thoroughly assess the condition of your soffits, recommend appropriate solutions, ensure proper installation, and complete comprehensive repairs using high-quality materials. Give us a call today so that we can restore your soffits and help you maintain a beautiful, well-protected exterior.