Roof Rafter End Repair

Cut off the rotted rafter tail with a reciprocating saw.

Roof rafter end repair.

Assuming it s in good shape you can leave it in place and install the new materials around it. Adjust the scaffold for convenient access to the roofing at the overhang. We have had a few good storms since the repairs and not a drop of water has come in. Cut a replacement board from 2 by pressure treated lumber that is the same size and width as the rafter tail you just cut using a circular saw.

2 remove an area of the roof shingles from the edge of. With the proper tools anyone can do this. Obviously this is not a good situation as it can cause the entire roof to fail if not addressed. Overview from time to time an attic rafter will split along a knot typically after having a new roof installed because of the workers walking around on it.

Cut a piece of 1 by pressure treated lumber that is longer than the replacement board by 4 to 6 inches. Had some roof damage recently from wind. This video shows how to repair a split rafter. Cut away rotten or damaged rafters.

If it shows signs of rotting water damage or other wear you ll need to chop it out using a reciprocating saw. A cracked roof rafter needs to be repaired and can be done byf an experienced do it yourselfer. Examine the condition of the rafter the thick beam running the length of the overhang. A cracked roof rafter can create a sagging and unsightly roof.

Step 1 measure the damaged rafter. An l channel that is 1 by 1 and at least 2 feet long should be adequate for most rafters. Fit the rafter into place between the boards and screw through the sister boards into the rafter. Roof repair special came in and actually corrected the insurance company s assesor and completed the job quickly and under budget.

Insurance came in and noted all the things they would cover. Position the portable scaffold at the area of a rooted rafter end. Watch as we remove part of a roof and 3 rafters then replace them. Screw the new rafter into place.

301 reviews of roof repair specialist bottom line is that i m extremely happy. Repairing this is called scabbing. If replacing part of the rafter attach one end of each sister board through the existing rafter.