Rafter Repair

What This Service Involves

Rafters carry the roof's load, and in the Northwest they are frequently undermined by moisture that has migrated down from a leak above. A cracked, sagging, or rot-softened rafter puts the whole slope at risk and often shows up as a dip in the roofline. Our crews sister, reinforce, or replace the affected rafters and address the water intrusion that weakened them. Restoring the framing gives the roof covering a solid, true foundation to rest on.

Benefits

Reinforces or replaces compromised rafters; Restores full load-bearing capacity; Addresses the moisture that caused the damage; Corrects roofline dips tied to weak framing; Provides a solid base for the roof covering

Our Process

1) Inspect rafters for cracks, rot, and deflection; 2) Shore the roof and expose the damaged members; 3) Sister, reinforce, or replace the rafters; 4) Correct the moisture source and reinstall roofing

What Affects the Cost

Number of rafters affected; Severity of rot or cracking; Difficulty of access within the attic; Shoring and structural engineering needs; Related roofing that must be reopened

Best Time of Year

Rafter work is best done in dry weather when the structure can be opened safely and dried before reroofing.