Measure the opening of the section of roof to be shingled cut the plywood to size and nail to roof rafters.
How to replace a small section of roof.
Dig out any suspect caulk and replace it with a high quality caulk.
Stagger the sheathing in a brick pattern for extra strength.
Replace any cracked rotted or missing siding making sure the new piece overlaps the step flashing by at least 2 in.
It is probably a 3 x 4 section that i need to cut out replace the plywood and re roof.
How to replace the roof on a small building.
I ve done a little roofing before but never a patch job.
I am replacing a small section of my roof right at the bottom.
What is the best way to tie the shingles in to make sure it doesn t leak.
Seal down any surrounding shingles that may have had their sealant bond separated in the same way.
Do not place an entire 8 foot section of plywood onto roof.
Such a long piece is structurally unstable in the middle.
The main difference between replacing the roof on a small building and replacing one on a larger building is that the former involves less work and.
Also check the siding above the step flashing.