Can you replace fascia without removing soffit?

Yes, you can replace fascia without removing soffit in many cases, as fascia is the vertical board at roof edge that caps rafter ends and supports gutters, while soffit is horizontal underside of overhang, and they are connected but can be separated. To replace fascia without removing soffit, you need to carefully detach fascia from soffit and rafters without damaging soffit. First, remove gutters attached to fascia by unscrewing gutter brackets and carefully lowering gutters. Then remove nails or screws holding fascia to rafter ends and to soffit edge, using pry bar and reciprocating saw to cut nails if needed, taking care not to damage soffit panels that are tucked into groove at back of fascia. Slide old fascia out, leaving soffit in place, and inspect rafter ends for rot that may need repair. Install new fascia board, typically 1 by 6 or 1 by 8 pine, cedar, or PVC that is rot-resistant, cutting to length and securing to rafter ends with nails or screws, and reattach soffit edge into groove or with trim nails. Prime and paint wood fascia or use prefinished PVC for low maintenance. Reinstall gutters with proper slope toward downspouts. While possible, replacing fascia without removing soffit is more difficult and risks damaging soffit, so if soffit is also old or damaged, replacing both together is often easier and ensures proper sealing. Professional replacement costs 6 to 20 dollars per linear foot for fascia alone.