Gable Roof Addition Construction
Gable end addition here we will focus on adding length to the end of a house roof.
Gable roof addition construction. Don t forget to watch part two for more information how to. Use 1 2 in 1 3 cm plywood to cover the entire surface of your roof. Put roof sheathing on top of your roof. This video will provide you with a few ideas on how to attach a new home addition to an existing building with a full gable roof.
Use construction nails 6 in 15 cm apart to secure the plywood around the outer perimeter and along each support. This first installment of a two part series focuses on eaves that do not return onto the gable. Place a piece of the plywood on the bottom corner of your roof making sure the edges are on a rafter beam. Now once again there are several ways to add on.
The three primary variables to consider when designing the eaves for a gable roof are the width of the gable trim the projection of the eaves and the details at the corner of the gable ends.