Replace Roof Rafter Tails

How to replace rotted rafter ends on a gable roof.

Replace roof rafter tails. Hold the replacement against the end of the remaining rafter. It s a better fit provides more surface against the rafter tail and more support at the soffit. The new rafters will take the load from the old rafters and the roof will remain intact. This type of repair affects the structural integrity of the entire roof.

Cut the fascia. Work carefully so you can. Subscribe for more videos. Step 5 remove the shingles underlayment and plywood sheathing directly over the rotted rafter tails if damage extends more than few inches from the end of the rafters.

If the dry rot is. If you have damaged rafter tails your roof is at risk of flooding rotting or potentially even collapsing this condition is a serious one and you should take the time to replace any rotted or damaged rafter tails quickly and before the issue becomes worse. Fix a rafter tail step 1 remove the molding between the fascia and the side of the house using a pry bar. When the soft rotted areas are confined to the very ends of the rafters you can repair the rafters without disturbing the roof.

Make two lines on the side of the replacement rafter end and the end of the rafter 1 inch from the top and bottom edges. Dry rot on the ends of gable rafters must be addressed before it spreads to the roof sheathing or rafters in the attic. Tip to increase the strength of your new and existing rafters and to help eliminate the chances of sideways movement consider installing a support board across the rafter endings on both sides of the roof. Pull the old rafter end away from the roof eave.

I replace the damaged wood and prep for the new roof installation. This is where your wooden dowels will insert into the wood. Removing termite damaged rafters and starter boards. Hope you like this video please share it if you like it.

If the damage is really bad sometimes it s appropriate to add a sister tail or remove the tail and dummy another one in.