The soffit is an important part of the roof that is both aesthetic and functional. These boards cover your eaves to protect your rafters and make your home look complete. They also keep outdoor pests away while providing proper ventilation to your attic. The quality of your soffit boards matter when it comes to the total lifespan of your roof. What materials can you choose, and why is Hardieboard among Noble Roofings top picks?
Popular Materials for Soffit Boards
Wood is a popular material choice for residential soffit. It’s easy to paint, durable, and usually affordable. However, with this lower cost comes the risks associated with all organic building components. Natural wood is susceptible to rot, water damage, mold, and pests.
Aluminum is another option that homeowners opt for because it doesn’t get eaten by termites, nor does it rot like wood does. But though it’s durable and easy to paint, it’s prone to rust and impacts.
The third choice that homeowners can select is fiber cement. This material is strong AND doesn’t have the drawbacks of wood or aluminum. It’s highly resistant to water, rot, mold, impacts, and pests and doesn’t rust. It’s a wonderful material that can last for decades with little to no maintenance.
James Hardie is a brand that we trust for roofing components and siding. They produce extremely durable fiber cement boards that can last for decades, and such products from James Hardie have been given their own name, “Hardieboard”, for the way they stand out in quality and make compared to other fiber cement products.
Here are a few examples of James Hardie soffit products. Install them with confidence on your home today!
HARDIESOFFIT® PANELS
The majority of James Hardie soffit panels are available in all the Classic shades that are engineered with long-lasting ColorPlus® Technology, like timber bark, arctic white, and cobble stone.
VENTED SMOOTH- This elegant soffit is exactly as it’s called. Its smooth exterior contains vents so that your attic and roof can properly ventilate, which will prevent problems like ice dams that is rooted in improper temperature distribution. This soffit is available in Statement Collection products, Dream Collection products, and primed for paint.
NON-VENTED SMOOTH- This product is just like the vented smooth soffit but without the vents. It looks good with both smooth and textured siding.
VENTED CEDARMILL©– Homeowners who want to beauty of wood without the upkeep will love this style, which has a texture that mimics wood. It also has vents to promote ventilation.
BEADED PORCH PANEL– This product’s unique beaded texture offers a rustic look that suits country homes and historical buildings. Since porch ceilings don’t need ventilation, it’s only available in the smooth version.
Soffit Installation and Repair in Northern Virginia
Noble Roofing is happy to serve Centreville and its surrounding cities in Northern Virginia. If you have any questions about installing windows or any other home improvement project, call us today at (703) 404-0505. From there, we can set up a free consultation to figure out what your home needs. You can also fill out our online contact form and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.