Fix Sagging Roof Overhang

The sag noticed is something i would like to know how you would report this defect.

Fix sagging roof overhang.

The overhang is framed different than what i am used to seeing. Use your string line to determine how much the roof need to go up. How to repair rotted eaves. I don t think you have to worry about the jacking i don t think that your roof sheathing boards extend onto the roof.

One of the problems i need to fix before the new roof would be the sagging soffits see attached pic. We simulated the damage of a tree falling on a roof by dropping a piano from a crane. One way to fix this would be to remove roof sheathing in sections that will allow you to anchor your overhangs to the inside roof rafters similar to this. 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.

The good news is unlike most roof repairs you can fix an eave or gable overhang rake without climbing onto the roof. Of coarse the 3 layers of shingles on this roof does not help the problem. There are outrigger type brackets at the high point mid point and bottom of the gable end. I have seen this much overhang with decorative bracing used to support them and.

Over time exposure to the elements and damage created by nesting animals can rob your home s eaves the overhanging edges of the roof of their attractive appearance and structural strength. Inspected a home yesterday which is typical 1920 s home with overhang on rake edges. Such an accident can cause major structural damage. Thanks in advance for your input.

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