Soffit & Fascia Glossary

Soffit and fascia terms for roof edges, ventilation, trim, and exterior protection.

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Roof Components

An eave is the lower edge of a roof that overhangs the wall and often includes fascia, soffit, drip edge, and gutter details.

Soffit & Fascia

Fascia is the vertical trim board along the roof edge that helps support gutters and finish the roofline.

Roof Ventilation

Intake ventilation allows fresh air to enter the attic, usually through soffits or low roof-edge vents.

Soffit & Fascia

Soffit is the finished underside of a roof overhang and may include vents that support attic intake ventilation.

Ventilation

A soffit vent is an intake vent installed under the roof overhang to help bring fresh air into the attic.