How To Fix A Sway In Roof

Visible sags or defects in the roof framing were not visible because the attic was inaccessible.

How to fix a sway in roof.

Sway back roof how much can it take. The entire structure still sways in both directions pretty easily the entire roof is constructed out of 2 x12 s other than the 2x4 diagonal pieces we added for extra support. This may be problematic in winter months but allowing the roof to continue to sag can lead to greater problems such as a cave in. Often the framing can be bolstered and beefed up internally but if the roofing material needs replacement anyway it may be best to tear off the old sheathing and install larger rafters while the roof frame is exposed.

If you can see a dip curve or swag on the peak when standing in the street your roof has a problem. Roof lines should be arrow straight. We can elaborate on the possible reasons for this but you should have a roofing contractor evaluate the roof or comment on this specific feature. To protect your home and your family get in touch with a roofing professional who can determine the cause of the sagging assess the damage and recommend repair options.

What causes a sagging roof line. Eventually it could cave in causing damage to the rest your home and injury or even death to anyone in its path. If your rafters are still sagging a bit and it is causing your roof to dish out a little in the center of the roof sides add a 2x4 that goes all the way across the rafters in the center of the length of the rafters. Use your string line to determine how much the roof need to go up.

If the sagging roof is due to rotting or warping roof decking the repair will be much easier. It might be something. Please look at photo and give some ways to correct the sway thanks. Sometimes this sagging is cosmetic other times repairs are called for to prevent actual collapse of the roof.

The roof sheathing appears to have a dip or sag. You will need to remove the shingles and the old decking however which means there will be an exposed hole in the roof.