Roof Overhang Length

Though most overhang regardless because of discrepancies of the facia being straight so they run metal past to let it appear straight.

Roof overhang length.

There is a certain logic in extending the gable overhang further the higher you get as you mention but that complicates the roof and i don t like the look of it. In moderate climates there is some damage of wood decay and a roof overhang is recommended. Arid climates receive little rainfall that can cause roof decay and the least danger of decay through. This will keep rain away from your shed.

A shed overhang is an easy and effective way to protect your shed. You can add 3 to 5 inches to the top. The roof overhang will be 36 inches at the eaves measured horizontally and 36 inches at the gable ends. That said overhangs can extend as far as 2 without the need for external supports.

Overhangs can vary from a few inches to a few feet depending on preference. There is a thing called wicking that if on a low enough slope will run up the underside of roofing and possible go up enough to get behind facia so usually without drip edge at least 2 with drip edge even. What is the maximum length of a roof overhang.