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Questions tagged [rafter]

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Best way to join two timber rafters at the apex?

I'm adding a roof to a derelict (but strong) old shed. The image below shows the simple plan. 152x38mm rafters, upon which there will be 76x50mm purlins at 1,000mm spacing. IBR roof sheets will be fixed to the purlins. What I'm wondering is: Do I…
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Can I create two or three more cutouts in my 6' Load Bearing Knee wall to build a closet System

I have a 1927 Tudor. The second floor owners bedroom has a 17 foot long knee wall that is clearly load bearing (holds up the rafters). It has two doors in it currently that open into the pretty large cavity. The back side was all shiplap which I…
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Can I add on to this ridge board or do I need to replace it?

I'm in the process of buying a home, and the inspection report shows some issues with the roof structure. Can I glue / screw a board onto the bottom of the ridge board, or do I need to replace it? Note that I know the rafters will need some…
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How do I fix fractured rafter at the ridge of my roof?

I bought this house 3 years ago. I don’t know if this damage is recent or the home inspector missed it. A huge nail penetrates the truss and causing the gap to be widely open. How do i fix the fracture? If I hire someone to fix it, should I call a…
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Can I use 2x6 rafters for my garage roof?

I plan to build a 24ft x 30ft garage (28ft x 34ft with 2ft overhangs). I was planning on using 2x8 rafters, but I'm wondering if I can get away with using 2x6 rafters instead. The rafters are 24 inches on center and supported by two structural beams…
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How can I replace subfascia without removing the finished fascia and rain gutter?

The fascia and sub-fascia where my screened enclosure is attached are rotting. Florida house is 41 years old. The roofer replaced some of the sub-fascia and sistered a few rafters 6 years ago. I realize that to fix this properly, the screened…
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How far should cantilevered ceiling joists extend inside the building line?

The 2nd floor 2x6 ceiling joists of my (I believe) 1905 house run into the eaves (24" soffit, no subfascia). Some of the ends are rotten. What I want to do is sister on 2x6s to these joists (and then add subfascia, the outside face of which will…
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Fastening wood sheathing to metal rafter structure

I have a garage that has a metal frame holding the slate shingle roof. As it's way past its best days, I'd like to have a new roof installed. Almost all is clear, but I have no idea how to fix the wooden parts (sheathing?) to the metal parts…
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How do I design a bird's mouth for my rafters?

I've built 2x4 walls for my shop, and now I need to cut the bird's mouth into the rafters for the roof. I understand the concept, but I'm a bit shy on the exact details. I will have 2x6 rafters in a vaulted ceiling (the drywall will be directly…
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Correction for clips, bolts, and ties

I was given a Michigan inspection "notice of correction" tag, stating: Hurricane clips/screws needed on rafters Carrier needs to be through bolted to post Need rafter ties/collar ties I am looking for the correct code, exceptions, and verbiage for…
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How to best add rafters on top of rafters?

My roof from the 1960s is supported by 2x6 rafters, some 16ft long, with perlins and ties to hold everything together. It’s all in decent shape, but it’s a bit older and I want to make sure it stays that way (with weather changing and all).…
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Pergola Rafter Alignment

I'm in FLORIDA and working on my first 12x24 pergola with 6 posts. The long side includes three 6x6 posts 12 ft away from each other. The short side includes two 6x6 posts 12 ft away from each other. Details: 6x6 Severe Weather #2 Southern Yellow…
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Roof span question

I'm evaluating my 1941 Colonial home's roof for a potential solar installation. The diagram below outlines my home's architecture; note the raised ceiling joists that run parallel with the common rafters. When measuring the horizontal span from the…
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rafter support with support beam

I have a vary old house with a detached, double car garage. The garage has seven (7) 2x6x22' rafters, which gives approximately 3 feet spacing. The rafters are sagging a little and I would like to support them. The garage is 22'x22'. My thoughs…
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How to find rafter tails when covered by soffit?

I'd like to repair some hanging gutters by drilling some new gutter hangers into rafter tails, but it's already fully assembled with fascia trim and soffit covering the outside, how do I locate the "hidden" rafter tails precisely to drill into them?
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