How To Frame A Roof Overhang

How to frame an overhang step 1.

How to frame a roof overhang.

If narrow overhangs are all you need say 8 in. To create an overhang on the gable ends of your shed you ll need to construct something called a gable ladder. Get up on your roof or scaffolding. Attach both sides of your over hang to posts angle posts into the house.

Slide your first sheet of flashing under the first layer of shingles. To do this first make sure you cut your ridge board to a length that includes the length of the shed s rakes. Slide the flashing in and line it up so that the bent angle runs parallel to the overhang. If you are making a smaller overhang you may be able to skip the posts and use two by four.

This will depend on the size of your overhang. This article focuses on framing. I ve used this method when i ve had trouble slipping in the rafter extensions with this method the rafter tails. Purchase the required materials.

Next cut two additional sets of rafters for each gable end. Step 7 paint your frame optional. Attach small wooden block to the house studs and fasten your posts to the block with nails. Take the longer flat side of the flashing and gently slide it in between the first row of shingles and the roof.

Again have the helper hold the rafter extension in place and gauge the distance of the overhang while you hold the extension against the rafter and the roof sheathing and nail it to the existing rafter with a framing nailer.