Replacing Rotten Roof Joists

Basically the idea is to cut the ends off and affix a new piece of timber to the wall.

Replacing rotten roof joists.

Get rid of the rotten spot. The basics of the process are as follows. There s lots of different methods for repairing or replacing rotten joists but the one we decided to go with was to install wall plate. This can be easy or difficult.

This video is about changing a couple of rotten joists in my house. A new piece of timber is cut a to replace the damaged piece and the joists plates are positioned ether side of the joists with the end of the joist plate right up against the edge of the timber so it is the joist plate that site on the bearer a. You can poke the questionable board. The rotten section doesn t seem to be taking any weight though as the joist hanger above it is loose and there is nothing else resting on the rotten piece.

Find the nasty spot. This part of. Use your tape measure to record the distance of both rafter legs. Would it be possible to cut out the rotten section of joist and replace it with sound wood or provide extra support for the rotten section without replacing the whole joist.

Measure the dimensions of the old rafters beneath your roofing surface. The rotten timber should be removed first and the end of the joist treating to discourage any further rot. Different sizes are available to suit the joist section and the amount the joist will have to be cut back. Short videos and slideshow documenting our attempt at replacing rotten joists and flooring in a kitchen of a house we are currently renovating.

Cut the rotten spot out. I m currently refurbishing my house and i thought i may as well document it for the sake. Inspect and assess the damaged section of timber and determine where it needs to be cut to prop the timber along it s length using suitably sturdy props such as acro props once supported cut off the damaged end leaving only solid un damaged timber now. Repairing a rotted wall or floor joist step 1.

This part can be a little hard depending on what wood you. The joist plate is bolted to the timber making the joint b as strong as the original joist. Find the rotten spots.