Your Local Eaves Construction & Repair Experts
We’re Canberra’s trusted team for eaves construction & repair, and we’ve been protecting homes across the ACT from the unique challenges our climate throws at us. Whether you’re dealing with rotting timber from our unpredictable rainfall, UV damage from our intense high-altitude sun, or pest problems that seem to find every tiny gap, we’ve seen it all and fixed it all.
Our local expertise means we understand exactly what your eaves need to survive in Canberra. We know which materials hold up to our freeze-thaw cycles, how to design proper ventilation for our dry summers, and most importantly, how to spot problems before they turn into expensive disasters. From heritage homes in Yarralumla to modern builds in Gungahlin, we’ve got the skills and experience to keep your home protected year-round.
Don’t wait for the next storm to test your eaves. Let’s get them sorted properly the first time.
Why Eaves Construction & Repair Matters in Canberra
Eaves Construction Services
We handle new eaves installations for home extensions, complete eaves systems for new builds, and upgrades for homes that need better ventilation or weather protection.
Our construction work includes everything from designing the right overhang for your specific orientation to installing proper ventilation that works with Canberra’s dry summers and wet winters. We also specialize in bushfire compliance installations for homes in the outer suburbs where ember protection can make the difference between keeping your home and losing it.
Expert Eaves Repair Services
Our repair services cover storm and hail damage repair, rotting timber replacement, and fascia board repairs that get your home weather-tight again.
We also handle those frustrating ongoing issues – sagging soffits, gaps that let pests in, and ventilation problems that make your roof space too hot in summer or too humid in winter.
Our team can integrate new guttering with existing eaves systems and fix those annoying water overflow issues that damage your walls.
Materials and Quality Craftsmanship
Quality craftsmanship means more than just making things look good – though ours always do. It means understanding how different materials expand and contract with temperature changes, how to seal joints properly against wind-driven rain, and how to integrate weatherproofing systems that actually work long-term.
We also focus on getting the insulation integration right, because there’s no point having perfect eaves if the thermal performance of your roof system is still letting you down
Warning Signs You Need Eaves Repair
• Water Stains: Brown streaks or marks on walls signal ongoing water damage.
• Peeling Paint & Rotting Timber: Soft or discolored timber means decay that worsens if ignored.
• Visible Gaps & Sagging: Gaps, loose boards, or sagging parts indicate compromised structure and safety risks, especially in storms.
• Pest Activity: Scratching or noises in the roof suggest pests entering through damaged eaves, leading to further damage and health risks.
Materials That Work in Canberra's Climate
• Durable Timber: We use timber species proven to resist Canberra’s freeze-thaw cycles, UV, and pests, with treatments for long-term protection.
• Metal & Colorbond: Low-maintenance, weather-resistant, and ideal for bushfire-prone areas, available in colors to suit local home styles.
• Smart Ventilation: Systems designed for Canberra’s dry summers and humid periods, ensuring airflow without pest entry and supporting roof insulation.
Why Eaves Construction & Repair Matters in Canberra
Ready to Protect Your Canberra Home?
Don’t wait for the next storm season to test your eaves. Whether you’re dealing with obvious damage or just want peace of mind that your home is properly protected, we’re here to help.
Call us today for your free eaves inspection and let’s get your home ready for whatever Canberra’s weather decides to throw at it. Your eaves work too hard protecting your family to let them down when you need them most.
FAQs About Eaves in Canberra
What is the standard eave overhang in Australia?
In Canberra, I typically recommend eave overhangs between 450mm to 600mm for most homes. This might sound like a lot, but trust me, our intense summer sun and driving rain need that extra protection. For north-facing walls that cop the worst of our UV, I often go with 600mm overhangs to keep your walls properly shaded.
The thing is, many of the older homes in suburbs like Forrest and Yarralumla were built with shorter overhangs – sometimes only 300mm – because building standards were different back then. If you’re renovating one of these heritage beauties, extending your eaves is one of the best investments you can make for energy efficiency.
What are the three main types of eaves?
I work with three main eave types in Canberra, and each has its place depending on your home’s style and your budget:
Open eaves are where you can see the roof structure from underneath – very common in modern Canberra homes and great for that clean, contemporary look. They’re also easier to inspect for problems, which I love because it means we can catch issues early.
Boxed-in eaves (or closed eaves) have a flat soffit board covering the underside. These are popular in traditional homes across suburbs like Deakin and Red Hill because they give a more finished appearance and better weather protection.
Abbreviated eaves are shorter overhangs, usually found on townhouses in Gungahlin where space is at a premium. They still provide protection but need more careful design to handle Canberra’s weather extremes.
What's the difference between eaves and soffits in Canberra homes?
This confuses a lot of my Canberra clients, so let me break it down simply. The eaves are the whole system – the overhanging part of your roof. The soffit is just the underneath bit, the board that covers the bottom of your eaves.
Think of it like this: if you’re standing under your eaves looking up, you’re looking at the soffit. In Canberra’s climate, the soffit is actually super important because it needs proper ventilation holes to let your roof breathe while keeping our infamous possums and birds out.
How wide should eaves be in Australian conditions?
For Canberra specifically, I recommend minimum 450mm width, but I prefer 600mm for most situations. Here’s why: our summer sun angle means you need that width to properly shade your walls during the hottest part of the day. Plus, our occasional driving rain comes at angles that shorter eaves just can’t protect against.
I’ve worked on homes in Weston Creek where the owners wished they’d gone wider after experiencing their first summer with inadequate eaves. The west-facing rooms were like ovens because the eaves weren’t blocking enough sun.
What's the difference between gutters and eaves?
Another common confusion! Your eaves are the overhanging part of the roof structure. Your gutters are the metal channels that bolt onto the fascia board (which is part of your eaves) to collect and channel rainwater.
Think of them as a team – your eaves provide the structure and weather protection, while your gutters handle water collection. In Canberra’s heavy downpours, you need both working properly. I’ve seen plenty of homes where good eaves were let down by inadequate guttering, and vice versa.
