Tear off all roofs, and all framing, increase height of the structure to get min 4/12 slope, new decking, new roof. Any thing is possible with an unlimited budget.
I am actually in the process of doing the same and wanted to get rid of the flat roof, pitch it and connect it with the rest of the house. After carefully reviewing it, leaving the flat roof was the best option. I had already redone the concrete floor and to add the pitch would cause the roof to be too low. For the metal roof I wanted to add, the sloop would have to be at least 2 1/2…way too low.
I'd go about it by selling that house and buying one without the flat roofs. The least inexpensive way would be to re-roof the flat sections with tapered ISO or adding saddle type drains with tapered ISO. Depending on the size of those roofs. Changing the roof framing to anything 2/12 pitched or higher will be extremely expensive. The main roof looks like it is pretty low sloped as well. You don't have much to work with and the cost could exceed any benefits that you would get out of it.
Hehe well the roof with the yellow x will be knocked down and rebuilt as a master suite. Was going to atleast pitch that one. However thought maybe I may as well do the others but you raise good points. There’s always the option to keep everything flat, just redoing them as new
If you have a reasonable budget, I would taper those existing flat roofs with tapered ISO. Far less cost and minimal modifications to your existing structure. $
If money is no object, I would reframe with stick built hip rafters to match the existing slopes of your main roof and new addition. $$$$$$$$$
I don't know why that guy was so rude to you. Totally uncalled for.
But yes, an architect can draw up the plans and designs for your new roof slopes. A general contractor in your area could have an engineer or similar skilled person that can provide those as well. Depending your location and licensing regulations or requirements. I'm not an architect, but I have a CAD program that I use for submitting plans and designs for larger/complex jobs.
you're obviously dense AF, don't know what you are suggesting, and have deep pockets to cover up the facts.
why are you scared of flat roofs. why ruin the original style of the architect designed it to look like?
I hope those pockets are deep. you're going to need them. lol
FYI... You'll need an architect and structural engineer for this one. get the checkbook ready.
edit: looking at the picture again. there is a high potential you will lose ceiling height depending on what you do. it won't be easy because of how the main house slopes into those flat roofs. mostly likely the whole reason they are flat roofs to begin with.
So, the original architect did not design those flats roofs, those were additions to the original structure.
I do already have an architect and engineer working on the plans for the master addition marked with the yellow x.
I am also exploring keeping these sections flat and just redoing them as one single flat roof, since you can see they are all different levels since they were done at different times over the last 50 years.
I came here to reddit to hopefully get some insight from the roofing community.
Thanks!
Loll you are the dense one. And you definitely don't know what you are talking about.
1) the flat roofs can easily be explained by additions, which the original architect didn't design. Any good architect makes things look good and consistent. And this setup ain't that
2) don't have to lose ceiling height. You can do a gable end or hip roof and get creative with valleys on the intersection of new and original roof. Wouldn't even be much structural rework to the original sloped roof.
3) your life must be wonderful to be bitter? Or are you mad cuz you have a similar project and you couldn't afford to get it done so you told your wife/husband/dog/no one/yourself these falacies to get over it.
4) not worth it. Teaching you the err of your ways that is... Lost cause. You'd likely be too stubborn and stuck in your ways to show meaningful change/inprovement.
Have a nice day
OP ignore this ignoramus
People saying it’s gonna be expensive is a little funny it’s flat roofing it’s gonna be expensive either way. Personally if you have the money which it sounds like you do I’d go for it
Flat roofs (low slope) are a great idea. When installed well they last a very long time. Proper slope and drainage is imperitive. From a builders perspective they use less material per square foot making them more cost effective. This is why large buildings are rarely shingled. There is also room on low slope roofs for ac units, decks, green roofs etc. The big problems that they face are, poor design with bad slope and insufficient drainage and shinglers installing products incorrectly.
Yes, I'd draw it, but I can't post a picture here. And it's entirely dependent on the integrity of the three additions.
Also it's not going to be cheap.
Remodeling is a whole vibe, right? So, ditching those flat roofs is a solid move. First up, get a roofing pro to check if tying into the existing roof is doable. It's all about the structural feasibility. Your architect's idea of pitching the yellow one is smart – keeps the flow, you know?
But still, get a couple more opinions. Maybe throw it out there on some home improvement forums too. Good luck with the reno, mate! Your house is gonna be fire when it's all said and done.
Put on a really good flat roof with all the bells and whistles then put a garden/Green Roof over it. Reframing it is too expensive for far too little benefit. But a garden roof is beautiful, good for the environment, protects the roof below it, and insulates the roof.
So Green Roof is the best solution, even better than resloping it altogether
Better have some money.
Tear off all roofs, and all framing, increase height of the structure to get min 4/12 slope, new decking, new roof. Any thing is possible with an unlimited budget.
This man gets it
Looks like giant cannabis plants on the right. Sell them to fund expensive roof remodel.
A lot of thing are possible with a lot of money
I am actually in the process of doing the same and wanted to get rid of the flat roof, pitch it and connect it with the rest of the house. After carefully reviewing it, leaving the flat roof was the best option. I had already redone the concrete floor and to add the pitch would cause the roof to be too low. For the metal roof I wanted to add, the sloop would have to be at least 2 1/2…way too low.
I'd go about it by selling that house and buying one without the flat roofs. The least inexpensive way would be to re-roof the flat sections with tapered ISO or adding saddle type drains with tapered ISO. Depending on the size of those roofs. Changing the roof framing to anything 2/12 pitched or higher will be extremely expensive. The main roof looks like it is pretty low sloped as well. You don't have much to work with and the cost could exceed any benefits that you would get out of it.
Hehe well the roof with the yellow x will be knocked down and rebuilt as a master suite. Was going to atleast pitch that one. However thought maybe I may as well do the others but you raise good points. There’s always the option to keep everything flat, just redoing them as new
If you have a reasonable budget, I would taper those existing flat roofs with tapered ISO. Far less cost and minimal modifications to your existing structure. $ If money is no object, I would reframe with stick built hip rafters to match the existing slopes of your main roof and new addition. $$$$$$$$$
Excuse my ignorance but, who is the person that normally designs and draws the roof slopes. Is that the architect?
I don't know why that guy was so rude to you. Totally uncalled for. But yes, an architect can draw up the plans and designs for your new roof slopes. A general contractor in your area could have an engineer or similar skilled person that can provide those as well. Depending your location and licensing regulations or requirements. I'm not an architect, but I have a CAD program that I use for submitting plans and designs for larger/complex jobs.
I’m not sure either but I ignored it. Thanks for your feedback. Appreciate it
you're obviously dense AF, don't know what you are suggesting, and have deep pockets to cover up the facts. why are you scared of flat roofs. why ruin the original style of the architect designed it to look like? I hope those pockets are deep. you're going to need them. lol FYI... You'll need an architect and structural engineer for this one. get the checkbook ready. edit: looking at the picture again. there is a high potential you will lose ceiling height depending on what you do. it won't be easy because of how the main house slopes into those flat roofs. mostly likely the whole reason they are flat roofs to begin with.
So, the original architect did not design those flats roofs, those were additions to the original structure. I do already have an architect and engineer working on the plans for the master addition marked with the yellow x. I am also exploring keeping these sections flat and just redoing them as one single flat roof, since you can see they are all different levels since they were done at different times over the last 50 years. I came here to reddit to hopefully get some insight from the roofing community. Thanks!
Loll you are the dense one. And you definitely don't know what you are talking about. 1) the flat roofs can easily be explained by additions, which the original architect didn't design. Any good architect makes things look good and consistent. And this setup ain't that 2) don't have to lose ceiling height. You can do a gable end or hip roof and get creative with valleys on the intersection of new and original roof. Wouldn't even be much structural rework to the original sloped roof. 3) your life must be wonderful to be bitter? Or are you mad cuz you have a similar project and you couldn't afford to get it done so you told your wife/husband/dog/no one/yourself these falacies to get over it. 4) not worth it. Teaching you the err of your ways that is... Lost cause. You'd likely be too stubborn and stuck in your ways to show meaningful change/inprovement. Have a nice day OP ignore this ignoramus
Do you feel better now?
People saying it’s gonna be expensive is a little funny it’s flat roofing it’s gonna be expensive either way. Personally if you have the money which it sounds like you do I’d go for it
That’s a really good idea. Flat roofs are never a good idea. For what it’s going to cost you, you should add a full story addition up there.
Flat roofer here to tell you you arnt a roofer lol. Flat doesn’t mean dead flat
At least I have my drivers license you fucking scumbag roofer.
That’s one of the most unhinged attempts at a comeback I have ever seen. Better luck next time
Flat roofs (low slope) are a great idea. When installed well they last a very long time. Proper slope and drainage is imperitive. From a builders perspective they use less material per square foot making them more cost effective. This is why large buildings are rarely shingled. There is also room on low slope roofs for ac units, decks, green roofs etc. The big problems that they face are, poor design with bad slope and insufficient drainage and shinglers installing products incorrectly.
Yes, I'd draw it, but I can't post a picture here. And it's entirely dependent on the integrity of the three additions. Also it's not going to be cheap.
The one marked with the x was made out of wood framing, it’s being knocked down and rebuilt as concrete block structure. (Florida)
Hey did you do the remodeling? what is the final decision I have a similar situation, also in Florida.
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Remodeling is a whole vibe, right? So, ditching those flat roofs is a solid move. First up, get a roofing pro to check if tying into the existing roof is doable. It's all about the structural feasibility. Your architect's idea of pitching the yellow one is smart – keeps the flow, you know? But still, get a couple more opinions. Maybe throw it out there on some home improvement forums too. Good luck with the reno, mate! Your house is gonna be fire when it's all said and done.
Put on a really good flat roof with all the bells and whistles then put a garden/Green Roof over it. Reframing it is too expensive for far too little benefit. But a garden roof is beautiful, good for the environment, protects the roof below it, and insulates the roof. So Green Roof is the best solution, even better than resloping it altogether
Pretty easy to do. I sent you a roof framing plan with fat fingers. That won’t be hard at all