Replacing Damaged Roof Sheathing

What to do about roof sheathing when re roofing.

Replacing damaged roof sheathing.

Rafters made from solid wood withstand damage from moisture better than sheathing does but if any rafters. Step 2 accessing the roof sheathing. Determine which section of roof sheathing to remove and build your scaffolding to that area. Step 3 remove the roof sheathing.

Asphalt shingles cost roughly 500 to 1 000 to replace or repair 10 by 10 square feet section. How to repair a damaged roof step 1. If your home is. Attach each nailer by driving 16d nails or 3 inch deck screws every 12 inches or so.

After cleaning the debris and reframing the roof lay down a base sheathing. Start by stapling the. Now that they have taken care of the decking your roofers will add in the rest. Step 1 marking the work area.

Hold each piece tight against the sheathing above and below and flush with the stud. In this video i show how to replace rotten plywood on your roof without breaking your back. Take optional additional measures. Replace other roof materials.

Depending on your roof s unique circumstances your roofers may choose to. How to replace roof sheathing. Replacing damaged or decayed sheathing re nailing your roof sheathing to increase its resistance to being lifted off in a hurricane adding secondary water protection as outlined below and applying a high quality underlayment to make your house safer. Gain access to the attic to inspect the plywood or.

When installing shingles make sure the nails are embedded securely into the felt and sheathing. To get a handle on this problem and stop it from spreading replace rotted roof decking as soon as possible. Moderate repairs are likely fixing and or sealing fixtures on the roof and replacing shingles and flashing around these objects. All at relatively little extra cost.

Plus replacing all shingles on sections of the roof think 10 by 10 foot areas. Locate the rotted roof decking. Step 4 the new roof sheathing. Where you cut alongside a stud cut 2x4 nailers several inches longer than the opening s height.