July 30, 2006

Drip edge is installed.

Waterproof membrane is placed over roof sheathing along eaves and gable.

















Felt paper (# 30) is placed over the waterproof membrane.

July 29, 2006

This was a grueling day. Everything seemed to take longer than expected. The plan for today was to get the roof finished. My carpenter was skeptical that we would get that done. He was right. This was a lot more work than both of us expected. We did complete the installation of the roof sheathing, but the fascia board was the most critical and time consuming. The plans had no details on the fascia board. I'm glad I had a carpenter. He determined a method using 1x12 fascia board.



















The fascia board at the eaves were made from 1x12 planks.

July 22, 2006

The morning started with sporadic rain showers so I already figured it would be a short work day. I could immediately tell when my carpenter called hoping to get the word from me to postpone finishing the roof until next Saturday. I told him not to come over today.

A friend came over to help me work on some small items. We partially removed the tarp from the roof in the work area. We trimmed ceiling joists and installed all of the hurricane anchors in preparation for the roof sheathing. The hurricane anchors attach to the rafters and top plate to keep the roof from blowing off in a storm. They are mandatory in some parts of the country but in my case they are optional. We learned the differences between the hurricane anchors. My carpenter ordered two types which were mirrored versions depending on which side of the rafter they are installed. They have to be installed properly especially when mounted from inside of the shed. We learned they can interfere with the installation of drywall in the future.

I finished the day by reviewing materials needed for next Saturday. I discovered a shortage of 1x8 soffit board and drip edge. My wife also passed on an article to me on protecting the roof. It recommended using a waterproof membrane to protect the roof against water penetration. It's applied before the roofing felt. Another item to buy.

Toward the end of the day we had wind and rain which blew off part of the tarp. I forgot to tie-down the tarp with rope. Fortunately I purchased a tarp with grommets along the edge. My son and I were soaked after making the fix.

July 16, 2006

I purchased a weatherproof tarp and rope today. My wife and son helped me place it over the unfinished roof. The rain is very unpredictable. Some days its sunny and other days we have violent thunder storms. The tarp will provide protection until we can finish the roof.

July 15, 2006

We added subfascia to compensate for any uneveness at the end of the rafters. This must be done before the roof is installed.

I build the gable overhangs which will be nailed onto the front rafters at the gable walls.









The gable overhangs are installed at the front (as shown) and in the rear. We are stopped briefly due to rain but continue on when the sun returns.























We are finally able to apply the roof sheathing. This side is a steep 40 degrees and will be arduous when the felt and shingles are installed. The other side is a little better at 26 degrees.









We are exhausted and do not finish the roof. We could get rain before next Saturday so we may work on the roof during the week. I may have to find a tarp to keep it dry as an alternative.

July 11, 2006

The county inspector makes a visit and rejects the framing inspection. Actually it's a good thing. Apparently the framing inspection requires the structure to be weather tight. We can go ahead and install the roof, T-111 siding, windows, and door. He makes only minor suggestions. I will also need to get the electrical permit.

July 8, 2006






The collar ties are installed between the rafters. We determine that we do not have enough 2" x 6" lumber to make the last set of rafters. My carpenter makes a trip for more lumber.










I make the rafters and my carpenter installs them.

The gable is completed on both ends.

The remaining rafters are installed and the ceiling joists are nailed down completely along with the upper wall. We will still need to trim the ceiling joists before applying the roof sheathing. We also receive delivery of the French Door and window today. It took three weeks instead of eight. I plan to call the county inspector to check our work before installing the roof.