Replacing Rotted Roof Trusses

If there are only small sections of trusses rotten then it is easier to remove these sections add new sections reinforcing the trusses with new boards.

Replacing rotted roof trusses.

Over time roof rafters can wear crack or rot and replacements may be in order. After removing the ceiling drywall and finding more mold the clients discovered that water had been coming in where the roof met the parapet wall. Rotted wood rafters in a roof are a serious issue. Commonly what you can see of the rotted wood is only part of the problem it is what you cannot see under the surface of the wood that can be the main issue.

The ends of three of the trusses had rotted. Roof trusses are triangular timber frames which are nailed pegged or bolted together in order to create a supporting structure for your actual roof and although they are generally bought pre fabricated you can still easily fix them once they are installed. The garage roof may sag and become unsafe if the garage trusses rot you can repair them easily at a low cost. 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 replace the damaged wood and prep for the new roof installation. The good news is unlike most roof repairs you can fix an eave or gable overhang rake without climbing onto the roof. This is why regular truss maintenance and repair is pertinent to the health of your roof. Rotted rafter ends not only give you nothing to nail to when rehanging the fascia board and gutters they also risk the stability of the roof from flooding or collapsing.

Removing termite damaged rafters and starter boards. Wood rotting from the inside out compromises the structural integrity of the rafter. If you need any help with roof truss or other roof beam problems including rot and insect attack property repair systems staff will give you completely free no obligation advice on 01626 872 650 the information you need may be in the project below.