If you want to tackle some home improvement projects this summer, take a look at your roof. If you don't have soffit and fascia installed on your home, it's time to take care of that. You might not know it, but soffit and fascia are important components of your home's roofing system. Unfortunately, soffit and fascia are often overlooked. Soffit and fascia can provide roofing benefits you might not have considered.

Fascia and soffit improve the appearance of your home. Soffit forms a cover over the exposed eaves. Fascia boards provide a protective cover over the exposed edges of your roof. But, you can enjoy other benefits from soffit and fascia. If you're not sure you need to invest in soffit and fascia for your home, read the list below. Here are four ways soffit and fascia will protect your home. 

Creates a Moisture Barrier

If you're worried about moisture damage, one of the best things you can do is install soffit and fascia. Soffit and fascia form a moisture barrier that stops water from seeping into the roofing material. The protective barrier stops damage caused by heavy rain, snow, and ice. Without fascia and soffit, water can soak into the roof materials. This can lead to rot, mold, and structural damage. Soffit and fascia also protect the eaves from water damage. 

Reduces Pest Infestations

If you're tired of dealing with pest infestations, it's time to have a roofer install soffit and fascia on your home. You might not realize it, but soffit and fascia can reduce pest activity. That's especially true where birds, wasps, and hornets are concerned. These pests often build their nests in the eaves of your house. That's where soffit and fascia come into the picture. One of the benefits of soffit is that it seals off access to the eaves. That reduces the amount of pest infestations you need to worry about. 

Increases Roof Support

If you notice problems with the edge of the roof, you need to install fascia and soffit. Soffit protects the eaves, and fascia protects the edge of the roof. In fact, fascia holds shingles steady. That means they won't lift or slide off during heavy storms. Fascia boards even protect your shingles against wind damage. This provides added support for your roofing system. 

Don't take chances with your home. Now that you're doing home improvements, have a roofer install new soffit and fascia on your home. 

For more info, contact a local roofer.