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Hello, how can I replace this damaged eaves sheet?
Hello @mody_moozy
Please note that before you begin, I suggest having the panel tested for asbestos. If the results are positive, you'll need the services of an asbestos removal specialist. If the results are negative, then you can continue with your repair plans.
If you are planning to replace your eaves it will be necessary to remove the drain pipe and take the timber beading off the side. Once these parts are taken out of the way, the general steps will be to cut in the middle of the eave panel and each section removed with a Craftright 380mm Wrecking Bar. The next step will be to get a section of James Hardie HardieFlex™ 2400 x 450 x 4.5mm Eaves 1.08m² that is similar in size to your old eave. It will be necessary to trim a panel if your old eave cover is not a standard size.
Since the panel is very long, you'll need assistance in lifting it in place and keeping it there while you use Buildex 9 - 10 x 32mm Zinc Alloy 3 Star Head Fibre Cement Screws or similar to hold it in place.
Please remember to wear personal protection such as gloves, goggles and a mask when working on your project.
Let me call on our experienced members @Nailbag, @Dave-1 and @AlanM52 for their recommendations.
If you need further assistance, please let us know.
Eric
Hello @daniellongo
Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community. It's sensational to have you join us.
In order to give our members a better idea of the location of the panel you are trying to replace, would it be possible for you to post a photo of the garage ceiling? Once our members see its location, they'll be able to make recommendations on how to remove and replace it.
If you need further assistance, please let us know.
Eric
Hi @mody_moozy
I'm with @AlanM52 comment that it potentially doesn't need replacing. Especially as there are no cracks or breaks in the sheet. It appears more stained than any physical damage which, can be caused by a number of factors. Animal nesting, water ingress (common), aging paint and exposed to a lot of weather (very common).
First thing to do is look inside the internal area of the eve to establish if there is a nest (remove it) or water ingress (repair it). This needs to be resolved first before repairing the damaged caused.
I repair these situations regularly when preparing clients homes for sale which is typical of when something is done. See before photos below and steps.
Step 1. Clean the area down with 30 Sec mould remover. Where rubber gloves and a real old shirt as any drips will stain your clothes.
Step 2. Wipe the area clean with sugar soap
Step 3. Apply Zinsser stain blocker over the area.
Step 4. Apply 2 x coats of ceiling white
Nailbag
Morning @mody_moozy
The panel dosnt look like its broken, it looks like someone has had a flame up near it for some reason and the markings are just left over carbon? I also think it dosnt need replacing but if you do go the route you need to check if it contains abspestos for sure. As sooon as I saw the title of your question the "check" flag went red.
The guys have pretty much said everything comes to mind 
If its not broken, clean without scouring and then paint.
Dave
Morning @daniellongo
Will jump on the band waggon and ask for some pics Being "in the middle of the garage" the ceiling may be made up of something else. Hopefully plaster but will wait for some pics
Dave
