I poured a 14foot by 40 concrete patio. I would like to know the best way to put a roof over it. i have a gable roof. do i pull the gutter and put a ledger board on the facia, or do i pull the fascia and lay the rafters on the top plate??? how many post do i need and how big?? do i put the posts on the concrete or put them in the dirt with concrete just pass the patio. I think if someone tells me the right way i could manage it myself. any help would be great thanks jim
Depending on where you live, the posts may need to be carried on concrete footings that extend below frost depth. There are many structral considerations that you are apparently unaware of. Do yourself a BIG favor and have a good architect design the roof for you, and then see if what he/she shows on the plans is within your capabilities. That is a VERY big roof, and again, depending on the location, some mighty big loads could be involved, and they need careful design of rafter, girder and foundation sizes and details. It is not a matter for guess-work. A word to the wise...
Architect (NY) and Home Designer (PA)
Posts: 2487 | Location: Tobyhanna, PA | Registered: 24 October 2005
I live in kentucky. we dont get much snow. and i was thinking putting on a metal prepainted roof does that make a difference for weight factor. do i really need an architect or call a contractor. i would like to do it myself . for the fact of pride when i accomplish something. and how much in general does a architect charge. I REALLY APPRECIATE THE RESPONSE jim
I won't speak for other architects, but you are entitled to a clear fee proposal from any professional, BEFORE any services are provided, so talk to a couple and ask them. However, beware of very cheap ones; they probably know exactly what they are worth.
I repeat, because you apparently didn't digest what I said previously: there are some very large loads involved in such a roof, and careful design is essential. Also, since there will be no walls, lateral bracing must be designed as well, not to mention uplift due to wind. Don't mess around. Get some competent professional help.
Why is it never right do do it correctly, but always right to do it over again?
Architect (NY) and Home Designer (PA)
Posts: 2487 | Location: Tobyhanna, PA | Registered: 24 October 2005
like my daddy taught me the right way .is only done once.man i miss him. i will follow your advice. struggling to get by in todays world is tough your right... tring to save money could cost me in the long run. thank you for your replies and may god bless you for your honesty thanks jim
