Repairing Rotted Roof Beams

Rotted wood rafters in a roof are a serious issue.

Repairing rotted roof beams.

This video shows from start to finish the repair of rotted endbeams on a house using the endrot system. When repair is no longer an option the roof rafters must be replaced. The basics of the process are as follows. Make a cut in the center of the beam while a helper holds the two pieces into place.

Second depending on the amount of dry rot cutting back too far can lessen the structural capacity of load bearing roof beams. Cut the beam out of its resting place using a reciprocating saw. Apply a resilient weatherproof coating to the new pieces then secure them using stainless steel nails. Rotted beams can have new ends or mid sections made by us as timber resin splice kits or you can buy the resins and bars separately to make your own repairs.

Why not just cut off the ugly rotted roof beam ends. Using a pry bar gently pry the beam loose from the ceiling. Start by prying away the bottom and sides of the old eaves and cutting new materials to match. No need to scrap good beams no need for extensive buildings works or opening up.

First of all it ruins the unique original architecture. It s a traditional repair is low cost and can be finished to match the original joist. Remove weak spongy wood preserve and protect wood wi. 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.

In fact many homeowners associations require maintaining the original architecture. Wood rotting from the inside out compromises the structural integrity of the rafter. Cut through any nails at the points where the beam is attached to the surrounding framing. Fortunately repairing rotten or weathered eaves is a relatively simple project that you can do yourself without ever having to climb onto your roof.