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HeyBub

wrote:
I need to have about 100 ft of my fascia and soffit replaced, and I'm
thinking about doing it myself. But before I proceed further, I would
like some expert opinions:

1. How much would a handyman charge for this job (material looks like
cheap wood, not vinyl or aluminum)? Is this something a homeowner with
average skill can do, or does it have to be done by a professional?

Handy-man can do it - there's no such thing as a "professional soffit
installer."

If your hand fits a hammer, you can probably do it, too. Once you take the
old ones down, you'll see how they were erected.

2. What kind of primer and paint should I use?

Whatever you like. Latex exterior house paint is probably easiest. Hint:
Paint the boards BEFORE you put them up - it's easier. Then all you do is
"touch up" the finished construction.

3. Would I need any special tools?

No. I don't know about your fascia, but the soffit boards are probably 1/4"
plywood. A power saw and some saw horses are indicated.

Now here's an interesting thing: You can't have too many soffit vents. In
your case, these could be large openings in the soffits covered with wire
mesh (to keep out the birds). Create these vents before you mount the
soffits.