Rotten Wood Repair in Decatur, AL

Fascia repair runs $8-15 per linear foot in Decatur, depending on damage extent, wood type, and accessibility. Most homes need 10-40 feet replaced — usually isolated sections, not the entire house. We quote exact prices after inspection. No surprises.

Tennessee River proximity creates 10-15% higher average humidity than areas 20 miles inland. That moisture in the air keeps wood damp longer after rain and condensation. When gutters clog or overflow, water reaching your fascia doesn't dry quickly — it soaks in and creates perfect conditions for rot fungi and mold.

Signs: paint peeling or bubbling, soft or spongy wood when pressed, dark staining or discoloration, gutters pulling away from house, gaps between fascia and soffit. We inspect fascia on every gutter estimate — many Decatur homeowners don't know they have damage until we show them. Sometimes it looks fine from the ground but is soft when you actually touch it.

Yes — if your gutters are in good shape. We remove them carefully, repair fascia, and reinstall. Fair warning: given Decatur's humidity effects on gutters too, it often makes sense to replace both at once. The labor cost to remove and reinstall gutters is nearly as much as installing new ones.

For maximum durability in river-town conditions: composite boards or treated lumber rated for ground contact. Standard pine lasts maybe 8-10 years in Decatur's humidity; moisture-resistant materials last 20+. For historic homes, we can match existing profiles and materials while still improving moisture resistance.