Building a Patio Cover

Post footings should be approximately 14" deep and 12" across. 8" x 3/8" bolts about 3" deep into poured concrete for post anchors. Wood posts may also be secured with 4" angle brackets. Attach 2" x 6" rafter hangers to header, then attach header to house studs with lag screws.

Drill posts and set on pins. Toenail cross beam to post. NOTE: Allow 7'4" from floor to bottom of front header for best ventilation.

Pre-notch rafters to compensate for slope. Allow a 1" minimum pitch per foot for adequate drainage.

Attach rafters to header and cross beam with 1" screws and nails.

For ease of installation and an attractive design, nail cross braces between rafters using alternate spacing. Nail around and corrugate molding strips to framing then paint or stain wood before installing panels.

Lay panels on rafters with one corrugation overlap and fasten with aluminum screw nails. Holes should be pre-drilled. Attach flashing at same time.

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