Replacing Roof Boards

How to remove and replace old rotten termite infested wood fascia boards or rake rafters.

Replacing roof boards.

It may be time to replace your roof. Replace the roof decking select plywood or oriented strand board that is the same thickness as the wood you are replacing. Take the claw end of your hammer and pry the damaged board away from the rafters. Measure the length of the board to be replaced and transfer this measurement to the new fascia board and cut the new board to length.

When you need a new roof contact long roofing at 844 602 long or request an estimate online. How to fix a rotten board on a roof safety first. Damaged or old valley flashing and drip edging is. And shingles 7 it reasoned that the wood shingles which served as the decking were an integral component of the roof and that the cost to replace the wood shingles was a covered loss.

A typical roof replacement quote will normally include the removal and disposal of up to two layers of old shingles. Make minor repairs on the roof if it is in good condition. Pull the shingles and underlying felt off the entire board not just the area that s rotted. It concluded that a roof is a unified product comprised of all its component parts and materials including.

Remove all existing shingles deposit them in a roll off dumpster. If not climb the roof and measure the opening so you can cut the replacement piece to be a perfect fit. Things you ll need ladder electric screwdriver safety glasses reciprocating saw hammer circular or miter saw 2 in 5 1 cm nails body filler putty putty knife outdoor primer outdoor paint paintbrush foam roller. If you were able to keep the removed section in one piece measure it.

Take safety precautions at every step in the process. The overall process followed by the roofing crew goes like this. Position the replacement boards over the rafter and secure them using galvanized nails or 2 5 inches 6 4 cm wood screws. Place your ladder securely against the roof of your house near the area where the bad fascia boards are.

You ll be working on a ladder and perhaps even on. If not replace bad wood with new plywood sheathing or 1.