How To Build A Lean To Shed Roof Step By Step

Roof sheets 8 10 shed with lean to roof.

How to build a lean to shed roof step by step.

The ideal roof slope for the climate is 5 12 or better. Fitting the jambs 10 14 lean to shed. Cut and fit the 1 2 plywood sheets to the top of the shed roof. First bolt 4 16ft long 2 6 stringers to the side of your structure.

After filling in the holes with dirt be sure to square and level the posts in their holes. I live in a snowy climate and the lean to roof slope gave me some concerns. Use a 2 by 4 inch board for a short roof up to about 8 feet a 2 by 6 for a longer one. It goes up 5 inches.

Align the edges flush and insert 2 nails to lock them into place tightly. Attach the 2 4 jambs around the door opening. Next bolt the 2x8 joist carrier onto the posts using the 4 x 5 16 lag screws. Fit the 1 8 trims to the sides of the shed.

Use 6 x 5 16 lag screws recessed into the wood. Use 6 8d nails every 8 along the framing. Align the edges flush and insert 1 5 8 screws every 8 along the rafters. That means for every 12 inches or foot the roof runs.

Measure the width of the outside wall and cut the board with a circular saw to the same length. The steeper the slope the faster it sheds snow ice and leaves so less build up. Building lean to roof. Step 1 make a ledger board to fasten to the existing wall and support the upper end of the lean to roof.

Fitting the double doors. Cut and fit the 1 2 plywood sheets to the top of the shed roof. Assemble the door frame with 2 1 2 pocket screws and then attach the t1 11 siding panel with glue and nails.