Roof Framing A Patio

The existing slab can vary considerably throwing off crucial measurements.

Roof framing a patio.

I had to cut an angle and a 1 2 notch at the top ends so the roof of the patio cover would come in below the house s drip edge. Then attach drip edge over the roofing paper. Most common ways to attach a patio roof to an existing house. Top 60 patio roof ideas covered shelter designs 1.

The ledger typically a 2 by 6 is usually designed to hold one end of the patio roof rafters. Covered pergola patio roof ideas. Wood roof covers are the easiest to build as you can easily find the materials needed at any home improvement center. Measure down y height from the long point of the rafter cut and make a mark.

A house attached patio roof takes advantage of the house s structure by supporting one end of the roof on a ledger mounted horizontally to the house. Wood paneled patio roof ideas. When you are building a patio cover off of an existing roof or wall you must take all of your measurements from the point at which the patio roof will attach to the existing structure not the outside of the slab. Sheathing 1 2 inch plywood or osb is nailed to the rafters.

Insert your post anchors these will most likely be 4x4 post anchors. Patio roof covers can be constructed of wood plastic vinyl and fabric. Building on an existing deck. 11 ten foot long 2 x6 s.

Check local building code to see if you can attach a patio roof directly to your deck. You may be familiar with beadboard paneling and its use as a wall covering indoors. Make the patio roof a little bit higher. Once completed roofing paper will be installed.

For long lasting results choose a material that is sturdy and stable. Blow out the dust fill the hole with epoxy and insert the rod to the required depth. Step 1 dig holes dig two holes. I then cut off seven inches from the other end at an angle so it would mach up to the frames header at the far end.

Fix the back channel to the fascia boards underneath the gutter directly. When building a porch roof asphalt shingles or other roofing material are then attached over the roofing paper and drip edge. After taking measurements and purchasing the necessary tools and materials you can begin by building the patio roof frame. Patio roof connects to a ledger that firmly attaches to house framing.

One on each corner of where you want the patio roof to be. A pergola is a non traditional style roof in that it s open and provides filtered. This method may be one of the most ubiquitous ways of attaching a. Patio cover plans building.

This will the first point of the rafter measurement line.