How To Build A Ramada Roof

Construction newbies would like to build a backyard ramada.

How to build a ramada roof.

A gable roof is a simple symmetrical triangular roof. The roof will be a slatted top with a 1 foot overhang. But now its time for some real work i want to build a ramada gazeboo. This backyard of an arizona biltmore home has some layout challenges but with the right planning any space can be put to good use.

A structure as an open or latticework pavilion or summerhouse built on a site that provides an attractive view. The concrete i had poured for this project measures 15. If you re interested in building a ramada in your back yard pete cure shows you how. I live in phx az and majority of the houses out here that are newer are all stucco and clay tile roof.

We re thinking of an open structure similar to an arbor. The key characteristic of a ramada is a pitched fully covered roof structure providing complete shade as well as shelter from rain and weather. The plan is to use 4 4x4 posts set 8 feet apart. A small roofed structure that is screened on all sides used for outdoor entertaining and dining.

Example of a ramada with water feature off the roof. Since this is termite country i d like to anchor the posts in a cement footing using a j bolt. Putting it together is relatively straight forward if you have basic carpentry skills and use precise measurements. The closed roof holds heat which can be nice for cooler seasons.

Ft x 12 5 ft. With a home in the arizona biltmore as his backdrop pete will walk you through some easy and relatively inexpensive projects you can tackle in a weekend. To build your gable roof you ll need wooden boards cut into joists rafters supports and a ridge board in addition to sheathing felt paper and shingles.