Before attempting a repair the cracked rafter should be restored to its.
Broken rafter in attic.
I let him empty the attic because he could sit on the side of the entrance pull the stuff to him and toss it down.
To make things easier in the attic cramped hot space there are a few things that can be done.
Attic rafter scab step 1.
Although the rafter must be replaced if it is completely broken smaller areas of damage can be repaired through the application of a scab board.
How to fix a crack in an attic rafter 1.
Once the original alignment of the cracked rafter is supported by the 2x4.
Measure one side of the rafter from the upper edge to the lower edge to determine the size of framing lumber for the.
You actually don t have to remove the broken rafter you can put the new one in right next to it.
How to fix a cracked rafter in your attic 1.
For the fix in this picture the affected area was about 24 inches.
Mark the bolt.
Rafters can also be damaged by a blow to the roof from falling branches.
Access the attic using attic stairs or through the ceiling using a stepladder or pull down stairs.
But i should know tomorrow.
If an attic light.
Measure the affected area.
Force the cracked rafter into position.
Beams sadly are a different story.