Fix Sagging Roof Overhang

Posted by davey darling at 1 13 pm on may 20 2010.

Fix sagging roof overhang.

Learn how to install a two column design system to properly support a porch roof. Use your string line to determine how much the roof need to go up. If your rafters are still sagging a bit and it is causing your roof to dish out a little in the center of the roof sides add a 2x4 that goes all the way across the rafters in the center of the length of the rafters. The sag noticed is something i would like to know how you would report this defect.

Cost skill level start to finish 2. One of the problems i need to fix before the new roof would be the sagging soffits see attached pic. I have seen this much overhang with decorative bracing used to support them and. The overhang is framed different than what i am used to seeing.

Inspected a home yesterday which is typical 1920 s home with overhang on rake edges. How to repair a sagging support beam. One way to fix this would be to remove roof sheathing in sections that will allow you to anchor your overhangs to the inside roof rafters similar to this. Over time exposure to the elements and damage created by nesting animals can rob your home s eaves the overhanging edges of the roof of their attractive appearance and structural strength.

How to repair rotted eaves. Roof repairs typically involve replacing damaged shingles and rusted flashing but the overhang of a roof is often the first area to succumb to rot peeling paint and other weather related problems. I don t think you have to worry about the jacking i don t think that your roof sheathing boards extend onto the roof. Thanks in advance for your input.

The good news is unlike most roof repairs you can fix an eave or gable overhang rake without climbing onto the roof. Such an accident can cause major structural damage. How to repair a damaged roof.