Rotten Roof Timbers

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Rotten roof timbers.

Rotted wood rafters in a roof are a serious issue. You may need to cut a little extra to expose enough of the trusses and make sure you get rid of all the rotten wood. Cut away the damaged area. Pull away the rotten.

Cut the beam out of its resting place using a reciprocating saw. Timber in the roof can also be at risk especially where there is roof damage allowing rainwater to run onto the roof timbers. Starting at one corner of the roof wedge a pry bar into the narrow space at the top of the. Wood rotting from the inside out compromises the structural integrity of the rafter.

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. Removing the damaged materials 1. When dry the timber will easily crack and crumble into fine particles. Remove the gutters and roof flashing if needed.

Cut through any nails at the points where the beam is attached to the surrounding framing. Set the depth of your circular saw to the thickness of the roof decking. Using a pry bar gently pry the beam loose from the ceiling. In order to give yourself clear access to the eaves you may first.

Inspect and assess the damaged section of timber and determine where it needs to be cut to prop the timber along it s length using suitably sturdy props such as acro props once supported cut off the damaged end leaving only solid un damaged timber now. Make a cut in the center of the beam while a helper holds the two pieces into place.