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Install Rafters to Ledger and Beam

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Building A MASSIVE Deck Part 3 - Roof Framing and Sheathing

What happens here

The custom-cut rafters are installed onto the ledger board and the main support beam. This is a team effort, with one worker securing the rafter to the ledger board on the house side using a nail gun, and another worker positioning and securing the rafter to the main beam. The 'reverse bird's mouth' cut allows the rafter to sit flush, providing a strong connection and preparing for the fascia board. Each rafter is installed systematically, ensuring proper spacing and alignment to create the desired roof pitch.

Goal: Securely attach all rafters to form the roof structure.

Tools and materials

  • Ladders/Scaffolding Werner — Providing safe access to the roof structure during installation
  • Nail Gun — Rapidly securing rafters to the ledger and beam
  • Nails — Fastening rafters
  • Pencil/Marker — Marking rafter positions
  • Rafter Boards — Forming the roof structure
  • Tape Measure — Verifying rafter spacing and alignment