Repairing A Roof Rafter

Measure the dimensions of the old rafters beneath your roofing surface.

Repairing a roof rafter.

Cut off the rotted rafter tail with a reciprocating saw. Notice the rafter spreader bolt. Cut a replacement board from 2 by pressure treated lumber that is the same size and width as the rafter tail you just cut using a circular saw. Use a hammer and nails to.

Cut a piece of 1 by pressure treated lumber that is longer than the replacement board by 4 to 6 inches. Slide one of the newly cut rafter legs into position directly next to the old rafter. Step 1 measure the damaged rafter before you can purchase the l channel you need to know the size of the rafter. Slip a bolt through each hole then place a flat washer lock washer and nut on the threads of each bolt.

A cracked roof rafter needs to be repaired and can be done byf an experienced do it yourselfer. Use your tape measure to record the. With the roof rafter pair straightened clamp new mid span cross ties in place and then nail the tie ends to the rafters. An l channel that is 1 by 1 and at least 2 feet long should be adequate for most rafters.