If it is time to build your shed roof, take a few things into consideration first. Think about the extreme load conditions that the roof will have to endure.
Building Outdoor Storage - Build A Shed Roof
When it is time to build your shed roof you need to take some things into consideration. The first thing to think about is extreme load conditions. Is your shed going to be subjected to major amounts of snow? The main goal is to build a structure that will last for years to come as well as keep all your belongings protected.
When you acquire a set of shed plans, make sure that your local building codes conform to the way you build your roof. After that, you can go to your local lumber yard and get all the truces prefabricated for you.
By the time the roof truces get delivered all you have to do is take a pencil and place a mark on the top plate of every wall 24" O.C. (on center). Now nail it into place by placing each roof truss on its mark. Continue this pattern for the rest of the remaining trusses.
To support the shed roof loads, 75% of the roof designs I have seen call for a 5/8" decking to tie down the trusses. Once you install the decking you can cover it up by laying down roofing paper and shingles.
Remember the wind when laying your roof deck. A strong gust of wind could easily carry a piece of decking material off your roof. This could be dangerous, possibly causing harm to someone below if not you. Please wait for a still day.
A Super steep roof pitch is recommended when living in an area with large amounts of snow fall. The snow will the easily slide down the roof onto the ground. Many strong buildings have collapsed under too much snow weight.
The look of your roof can take on a life of its own. It is a great idea to buy a 20 year shingle. Have the same shingles on your shed roof as you do on your house, and make sure the colors are the same so it does not look like a little kid built it.
Having a detailed set of plans has been the way to go with every project I have undertook. Do It yourself kits have been time tested and proven over and over. If something does not work or fit right, 98% of the time its operator error.
You do not want to have to tear down your whole roof so always remember to make sure it falls within county or city building codes.
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