Verandas – water stains on soffit lining
Cause
Rain blowing under the soffit/leaking roof above/overflowing gutters
Repair
- first, determine the cause of the staining
- if the gutters are overflowing, remove any blockages in them or the downpipes
- if the gutters are deformed or broken, follow the options on this page for PVC gutters and this page for metal gutters
- if it may be a leaking roof, locate and repair the leak. Where it is suspected that leaking is extensive or the leak cannot be found, engage an experienced building surveyor for advice
- once the repairs have been completed, allow the soffit to dry completely and then repaint