Replace Wall Plate Roof

Removing and replacing a rotten sill plate.

Replace wall plate roof.

By mark clement. Cut new lumber to the length of the rotted studs. This is a ground floor by the way. If the new stud is too long it will push the top plate up and can affect the roof position.

Matching the exact length of the studs is vital. The sill is the piece of wood closest to the ground either on a foundation or piers and is usually a timber sized board. Rot is the biggest enemy of a wood structure s integrity. Getting the wall plates or top plates as they are sometimes called right is important because all the ceiling joists roof rafters hips etc.

I want to replace the lot and re level on bricks. They are cut to the same length as the brickwork they sit on a half lap joint is great for the corners to be fixed to. 3 6 3 8 4 6 4 8 and so on. We can replace all panels or just some panel sections based on the conditions and your budget.

Different options to repair damaged panels steel and rusted metal roofs are provided at no cost. A rotten sill plate is a common occurrence in old houses and a big problem. Was just about to replace a ropey old floor with new chipboard flooring but have discovered some of the old joists are rotten spongy at the ends and the wall plates are the same. Both boards seem to have some damage and should be replaced.

When wood sill plates or studs rot the strength of your home s structure is compromised. The wall plate is not fixed in any way either and is levelled on slate. I was able to find an area on both ends where the damage stops. This is a hip roof design and it looks like i should be able to get to it in the attic if i crawl out to it.

In order for all the roof components to work they must be square parallel level and fixed down properly. There are two 2x4 stacked on top of each other and i think there called top plate or upper wall plate. Will all be fixed to them. Replace rotted studs and sill plates immediately to reduce further damage.