Replacing Roof Boards

Since the fascia board is a one by i d like it to be a two by to push the gutter even farther away from the house even if i m using a 6 gutter.

Replacing roof boards.

Luckily replacing a fascia board is as easy as taking out the old board and fitting a new one in its place. Rotted boards are the result of moisture reaching the wood. Water coming off my roof in part overshoots my gutter. I have been on the roof and it is very very soft in many spots.

The basic roofing materials. It s a problem that demands immediate attention and there are no quick fixes. I almost want to replace all the boards. Rotten boards on your roof can lead to leaks and more rot.

The soffit is the underside of a roof s overhang that seals the attic and finishes the eave. It is constructed from quarter inch plywood on most homes. Replacing the rotten roof boards helps protect the integrity of your home and prevents damage from leaks. Should he be using plywood or cdx plywood.

Your choice of roofing materials often depends on your locality as much as on your own personal taste. The house was built in 1968 and i have trusses with 22 between each. The roof overhang consists of the rafters facing or fascia board gutter mold and soffit. In some regions for example metal roofing is a common selection due to its fire resistance while in other regions the predominant home styles might call for a spanish influenced tile tool roof pitch angle.

Long roofing uses the integrity roof system which includes diamond deck high performance underlayment to work with your shingles to protect your roof deck. Over time these boards may start to rot or need to be replaced due to damage. Fascia boards are found around the edges of your roof and usually support your home s rain gutter system. When my roofing contractors does my roof he said he will be replacing any bad boards with particle board.

One solution is to replace the 5 with a 6 width but i don t even trust that.