Replace Roof Rafter Tails

In this video i show you how to easy replace a rafter tail.

Replace roof rafter tails.

If the damage is really bad sometimes it s appropriate to add a sister tail or remove the tail and dummy another one in. If the dry rot is. The new rafters will take the load from the old rafters and the roof will remain intact. Hold the replacement against the end of the remaining rafter.

How to replace rotted rafter ends on a gable roof. This is where your wooden dowels will insert into the wood. Hope you like this video please share it if you like it. Work carefully so you can.

Dry rot on the ends of gable rafters must be addressed before it spreads to the roof sheathing or rafters in the attic. It s a better fit provides more surface against the rafter tail and more support at the soffit. This type of repair affects the structural integrity of the entire roof. Removing termite damaged rafters and starter boards.

Pull the old rafter end away from the roof eave. 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. 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. But if the decay is on the rafter tail above the house s soffit a do it yourselfer can usually complete this type of rafter repair.

When the soft rotted areas are confined to the very ends of the rafters you can repair the rafters without disturbing the roof. I replace the damaged wood and prep for the new roof installation. Subscribe for more videos. Cut the fascia.

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.