Fixing a Drooping Porch Roof

If your sagging front porch is in need of a boost, then you must act now to find the root of the problem. The worse the problem gets, the more likely it will be that you have to spend more time and more money on the project, so addressing it soon is a good idea. Here are a few ideas to get you started in figuring out your porch issues.

Roof Rot

Porch roofs are susceptible to water and snow, which can cause large portions of rotting wood to cause your porch to sag. If moisture of any kind tends to sit on the roof of your porch, you may be dealing with rotten wood that needs to be removed and completely replaced. Water can also seep into wooden pillars which are then unable to support the roof structure, causing it to bow. A home contractor should be able to give you an estimate for repairing the wood rot.

Sunken Foundation

Another issue that could be causing your sunken porch is a sinking foundation. As time goes on, the earth shifts, and sometimes concrete foundations sink deeper than intended in the original build. Sinking foundations are common in sagging porches, and have relatively simple solutions. Hiring a csi engineer Tulsa can help you determine if the foundation simply needs to be jacked up or if the cement portion of your porch needs to be completely torn out and replaced.

Pest Infestation

Another thing that could be plaguing your sagging roof is a termite infestation. These bugs love to eat wood and make tunnels that affect the overall structure and integrity of the wood found on your porch. Hiring a pest control service will help you get to the bottom of your termite problem.

These three things are common causes of a sagging porch. If any of these problems are the root issue, you can easily find a professional contractor to help.