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Simple straight roofs are always easiest and safest. That said, properly done pitch transitions can be done and will be very lasting.
Todd Miller
2012-01-17 20:14:10.000000
we are designing a house right now and are debating whether to have a large dormer on the south side than would go from a 8/12 to 4/12 pitch, or change the design to have a single 6/12 pitch. it would cost us a lot of money and time to redesign it for a 6/12 pitch, so id like to keep the existing design if possible. here is a link to the plans www.timberframedesign.net/farrell.html can we put in a standing seam roof and not have to worry about snow or ice buildup and possible leaking at the interface of th 4/12 and 8/12 pitch- any comments are welcome and appreciated- thank you
Michael Farrell
2012-01-17 18:37:26.000000
If you are asking me as an installer....I say 6:12....ha! Todd is 1000% correct though. No major issues with pitch change.
Eric Novotny
2012-01-18 07:59:31.000000