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6 discussionsWhen is thicker roof decking worth the upgrade?
I’m comparing 7/16-inch OSB with 1/2-inch or 5/8-inch roof sheathing for a roof framed at either 16 or 24 inches on center. The planned covering is asphalt shingles,…
roof supports got me scratching my head
I've been trying to get a grip on how roof supports actually work, but honestly, the more I read the more confused I get... diagrams look simple until…
Ventilation in new builds—are we overlooking something important?
Just stumbled across an article yesterday about a family who moved into a newly built home and started having weird health issues. Turns out, the builders didn't properly…
Figuring out roof support: choosing between rafters and trusses
I'm planning to add a small extension to my house, and I'm at the point where I gotta decide how to handle the roof supports. Did a bit…
roof layers got me scratching my head
I'm trying to figure out this roofing stuff and honestly, it's a bit more complicated than I thought. We're planning to redo our roof soon (it's ancient, leaks…
ROOF BUILDING METHODS—ANYONE ELSE FIND TRUSSES WAY EASIER?
When we built our garage last summer, we went with pre-made trusses instead of stick framing the roof. Honestly, I was kinda skeptical at first, but man, it…
