From fascia board replacement and PVC cladding to downpipe installation and eaves repair, Palmers Roofing delivers expert fascia and downpipe services across Wollongong, Shellharbour, Kiama and all Illawarra suburbs. Licensed, insured, and committed to protecting your home from water damage.
Fascia board replacement in the Wollongong, Shellharbour and Kiama areas typically costs $30–$70 per linear metre depending on the material selected (treated pine, hardwood, or fibre cement), the height and accessibility of the eave line, and whether rafter end repairs are needed. A full house fascia replacement for an average three-bedroom home ranges from $2,000 to $5,000. Colorbond fascia cover (cladding over existing boards) is more affordable at $25–$50 per linear metre. We provide free, itemised quotes so you know the exact cost before any work begins.
PVC fascia cladding is a durable plastic cover that fits over your existing timber fascia boards, creating a maintenance-free finish that never needs painting. It is UV-stabilised to resist fading, impervious to moisture and rot, and unaffected by termites or salt spray — making it ideal for Illawarra coastal properties. While the upfront cost is higher than a repaint, PVC cladding eliminates the ongoing expense of sanding and repainting every 5–7 years. Over a 20-year period, PVC cladding typically saves homeowners $3,000–$6,000 in maintenance costs.
Signs that your downpipes need replacing include visible rust or corrosion, cracks or splits in the pipe, water staining on walls near the downpipe, overflowing gutters during moderate rain (indicating a blockage or undersized pipe), loose or detached brackets, and water pooling around your foundation. In the Illawarra, salt air accelerates corrosion on older galvanised steel downpipes. If your downpipes are more than 20 years old and showing corrosion, replacement with modern Colorbond steel or PVC downpipes is recommended.
Downpipe sizing depends on your roof's catchment area and the local rainfall intensity. The Illawarra receives an average annual rainfall of around 1,200mm, with peak storm events delivering up to 200mm per hour in short bursts. For most residential properties, 75mm round downpipes are adequate for roof areas up to 55 square metres per downpipe. Larger roof areas, low-pitched roofs, or properties in high-rainfall zones like the escarpment suburbs benefit from 100x75mm rectangular downpipes that handle significantly greater water volumes.
Yes, in many cases we can install Colorbond steel or PVC cladding directly over your existing timber fascia boards, provided the underlying timber is structurally sound and not affected by significant rot or termite damage. We inspect every board before cladding to ensure the substrate is stable. If more than 30% of the fascia timber is compromised, full replacement is the better option to avoid trapping moisture behind the new cladding. Cladding over existing boards is faster, less expensive, and produces less waste than full replacement.
Absolutely. Fascia, guttering, and downpipes work as an integrated system, and we frequently complete all three as part of a single project. When we replace gutters, we always inspect the fascia boards they attach to — damaged fascia is the number one cause of gutter sagging and bracket failure. Similarly, downpipes are checked for capacity, condition, and correct connection to stormwater drainage. Bundling fascia, gutter, and downpipe work into one project saves on scaffold costs and ensures all components are properly matched and sealed together.