Scottsboro, Alabama
Rotten Wood Repair in Scottsboro, AL
Last spring we gave a vacation homeowner in Goose Pond an estimate for seamless gutters. Simple job — should've been $1,600. When we got up there to measure, the fascia was soft behind the existing gutters. Not just in one spot. The entire north side — 48 linear feet — had been wicking moisture for years. The gutter estimate became a $3,200 repair-and-replace. The owner had no idea. He's only there a few weekends a season. That's what lake humidity does when nobody's watching.
The Hidden Damage
Why Scottsboro Homes Need Fascia Inspection
Our Process
What Does Rotten Wood Repair Include?
Benefits
Benefits of Fascia Repair
Solid Mounting Surface
Gutters screwed into soft wood pull out within a few years. Solid fascia holds hangers properly for the life of the system.
Stops Rot Spreading
Fascia rot spreads at 6-12 inches per year in humid conditions. What's a small repair today becomes a major project next year.
Prevents Structural Damage
Fascia rot can reach rafter tails if left unchecked. Rafter repair is real money — $200-400 per rafter plus the carpentry.
Lake-Ready Materials
We use primed lumber or composite boards designed for exterior exposure. Not the same pine that rotted the first time.
Complete Documentation
For vacation homes, we photograph all damage before repair. You see exactly what we found and what we fixed.
One Contractor Solution
We handle fascia repair and gutter installation. No coordinating between a carpenter and a gutter company.
Local Experts
Why Choose Blue River Gutters in Scottsboro
- ✓ 20+ years serving North Alabama
- ✓ 1,700+ satisfied customers
- ✓ 4.7-star Google rating (240+ reviews)
- ✓ Licensed and fully insured in Alabama
- ✓ Warranty-backed installation
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about rotten wood repair in Scottsboro, AL
Material and labor runs $15-25 per linear foot for standard fascia replacement, depending on accessibility and the extent of damage. Most Scottsboro repairs are 15-40 feet of fascia — $225-1,000 for the repair portion. If rot has spread to soffit, that adds similar cost per linear foot. We'll give you exact numbers after inspecting.
Lake Guntersville keeps humidity at 75-90% much of the year. Fascia boards absorb that moisture constantly. When gutters overflow or seams leak — even small amounts — water saturates wood that never fully dries. The cycle creates perfect conditions for rot. We see 3-4x more fascia damage on lake properties than in Huntsville.
Signs you can see from the ground: paint bubbling or peeling, dark water stains, visible gaps between fascia and soffit, gutters pulling away from the house. The real test is poking the wood — if it's soft, spongy, or your finger can push into it, that's rot. We check fascia condition on every gutter estimate.
Absolutely. We can check your lake property, document any damage with photos, and provide a detailed estimate by email. If you approve the repair, we can often complete it before your next visit. A lot of our Goose Pond and Tupelo Pike customers handle fascia work this way.
Soffit repair runs similar cost to fascia — $15-25 per linear foot. If rot has reached rafter tails, those are $200-400 per rafter including sister reinforcement or replacement. We assess the full extent of damage before quoting. Better to know the real scope upfront than discover surprises mid-project.
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