Rotten Roof Timbers

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Rotten roof timbers.

Pull away the rotten. 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. Timber suffering from wet rot will feel spongy even through a coat of paint and look darker than the surrounding timber. The basics of the process are as follows.

Removing the damaged materials 1. Set the depth of your circular saw to the thickness of the roof decking. 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. Using a pry bar gently pry the beam loose from the ceiling.

Cut through any nails at the points where the beam is attached to the surrounding framing. Wood rotting from the inside out compromises the structural integrity of the rafter. 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. Rotted wood rafters in a roof are a serious issue.

Cut away the damaged area. Starting at one corner of the roof wedge a pry bar into the narrow space at the top of the. Cut the beam out of its resting place using a reciprocating saw. When replacing roof decking you first need to get rid of the old rotten section.

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