Expert: Dave Johnson - 5/2/2008

Question
Do you have a good way to cut aluminum facia to install under the overhang on my house?  I understand youcan make a jig and use a skill saw with a fine blade installed in reverse.

Answer
Hi Lee,
If you're talking about pre-formed fascia, use a good pair of metal snips (or a set of left/right/straight) and cut it that way.

It actually sounds like you are cutting soffit aluminum...and then
snips would crush it too much to go together well. In that case you'll need a plywood blade installed backward.
Best of luck, Dave