My name is John. Ive been doing all my own work around the house for years now, and I feel confident to carry out the building of the roof to my new extension. I just wondered if anyone could give me a brief breakdown of this, such as how I would go about attaching the hip rafters to the trusses etc etc. I would be greatful of any hints anyone could give me.
Thanks all
John
GBP-Keith
2 Mar 2009, 11:39 AM
Get yourself a copy of McKays Building Construction. it will be all explained in there. Donhead are the publisher. http://www.donhead.com
Dr T (Guest)
19 Apr 2009, 3:43 PM
When you buy the trusses they will design the whole roof for you and give you a plan
crickers (Guest)
9 May 2009, 9:48 AM
Hi im looking to build a tilied roof on top of my flayt roof if you could give my any help I would be gratefull.
Thanks Grant
Dr T (Guest)
10 May 2009, 11:33 PM
can you post a photo? sounds like a great plan to me.
Janeliya
1 Jul 2010, 11:26 PM
Before constructing or even developing your roofing system, it is important to create a checklist of guidelines. Those guidelines should include:
* Defining expectations. * Bringing in consulting help. * Viewing roofs as systems. * Enabling the roof to live up to its usage. * Making sustainability a key. * Location, location, location. * Being realistic. * Viewing insulation as part of the system. * Practicing proactive maintenance. * Going beyond the building code. * Considering all alternatives.
