Looks good. 👍 One word of caution if you live in an area that gets a lot of snow: notch the top of the posts for the headers, rather than relying on the screws/nails to hold the header to the posts. You want the load on the post more than the hardware.
Question for you. What type of material did you use for the roof. It doesn't like the typical clear roofing you get. I build a patio cover with the clear material and it made it like a sauna under it.
I want to build a lean to off the back of the house. The house has stucco siding. How do I determine where the ledger gets bolted to this gable side of the house and well below the roof line?
Awesome... Im doing something very similar for a Shed out back.. I doing the back wall .... Great that it looks like 2x4s will work! Basing my plan on this....
Great video, thank you. Looks like something we could tackle over a weekend or two. Any chance you remember your appx budget for this? We're planning now. Thanks again
Quick question. I’m building a lean to behind my shed. I’m moving our chicken run and coop back there. My roof is basically 10’x10’. I got 2x4’s for the rafters. Are 2x4’s going to be okay instead of 2x6’s? The actual measurement from the high side to low side is actually less than 10’ and slightly more than 9’. The width will span 10’ though
that is a VERY light duty shed! I was worried my attempt at a cheapish on was too light weight. The way you fastened upper ends of back rafters is scary to me! all good for you but...maybe not for instructional video? With 10' between posts I would have used a 2x4 top plate [ perhaps doubled ] and a total of 4 2 x 6 rafters , 1 over each post. Then use 10' 2 x4's cut slightly to fit down between rafters with hangers at 2' o.c. spacing to use as the girts/nailers. I bet it would be lighter, cheaper and at least as strong. Not bashing you - just might help others.
if you have lap siding on the existing building would you saw cut it off where you want the ledger board to be so that it stays flush against the top sill plates? My garage is a separate building with no soffit because the roof doesn't extend beyond the walls. So should I shimmy some flashing under the shingles and over the top of the ledger board? Looking for some advice thanks.
Just a suggestion... the title to this video is a bit misleading, I feel like something like "Kinda showing how to build a lean to" or maybe "Explaining how to build lean to but skipping over 1/2 to 3/4 build" I like your demeanor and the way you communicate, but it went from one 2x6 attached to the house, and snap your fingers, the next scene is the entire frame basically 90% done. I'm assuming you were doing this solo so couldn't really record the best, but next time ask friend to help you out. Looks nice though, well done on the construction.
I found the lumber you get today is not all the same size, rafters could be anywhere from 11/4 to 1 5/8 thick and 2x6 51/4 to 5 5/8 causing waving up and down across your rafters. I install the rafters with a string line and then install the Simpson strong ties to make the roof even. Don’t put your ties up first unless you measure each rafter to make sure it’s all the same size. Oh yeah, I pre drill all my tin first. Stack them all together make sure they all are even, mark where the holes go and drill your first two holes , one on each side and put two screws to hold everything and then drill the rest.
@@kayvonmansouri for this particular one it was 10’ at head and 8’ at edge but always depends on your buildings and the desired head space on the edge.
So I went to hire a handyman who advertised that he was a handyman to build a lien two on the back of my garage. He absolutely freaked out so I told him never mind and then I found your video channel and I thought well this is not that hard so thank you for posting because I’m going to build myself now!
Where your 2x4 rafter connect to the hurricane ties, did you just drop in the 2x4 or did you make a cut into the 2x4 so the board sat flush on the hurricane tie?
Bro no hate or anything this is actually a really good video but you skipped the most important part which is the build. I know you explained it with the voiceover but some people like myself are visual, we need to see to understand better that’s why we on UA-cam lol but thanks for giving me an idea!
Nice video 👍 I had a question, because I’m building the same thing for a customer, how did you make sure that it did not leak up against the building where you put in the tin sheets? Is there a sealant that you used?
You could use something to seal that off. I didn't on mine because the overhang from the main building is a foot and a half so I've never had any issue with the rain getting up there
@@alittlebitofeverything8844 anyway they make all kinds of good caulking and sealant for this type of thing, I think I got it from here, thanks again, video was a big help.
Experienced sheet metal guys bend the lows on the sheets to a 45 then put a piece of 90 flashing to wall over the top of the high ribs. You would definitely need a set of sheet metal tongs to bend the 45 preferably a set that isn't spring loaded. Fairmont makes a good set
Do you get snow where you are at? Is the 2x4 actually holding up well for the roof? I'm wanting to build but we get snow here and I didnt know if a 2x4 would work
If done correctly the 2x4s should not be getting wet underneath. However, you can always be extra careful and use pressure treated since it is outside and possibly exposed to moisture. I've seen them done both ways.
@@Eastbaypisces correct. It's been up one year now and there is no sagging. 2x4x12 and 16oc. Has very little weight on it. I've built 5-6 just like this over the years with no problems.
Hi I m note professional DIY After this video I really want to do something in my garden similar roofing Pls can anyone suggest me easy post holders can digging nd use blue circle or any ideas I hv not slabs.. Soft soil grounds
Looks like you put a really deep birds mouth on the rafters. They will fail eventually being cut half way into the 2x4. A 2x6 would have been much stronger and only a few dollars more.
Yep only 53.27 more at lowes for 2x6x12 for yellow pine which ants and termites love. for treated it would of been 134.27 more which termites or ants dont eat. Most int he south have to worry ab out that. Oh and he could of made the center at 24" with 2x6 so it could be a little less money than i figured
This is just a lean-to, not the titled "lean-to shed." A shed is enclosed. Nice work, although you didn't explain the upright supports for the distal beam, but it's not a shed.
Not in the south it’s not. A shed is anything with a roof. Usually open. A box being called a shed is yankee speak. 😅. In the south we call an enclosed building. A building. Or shop. Sheds are open.
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Looks good. 👍
One word of caution if you live in an area that gets a lot of snow: notch the top of the posts for the headers, rather than relying on the screws/nails to hold the header to the posts. You want the load on the post more than the hardware.
I doubt he gets any snow being in Alabama.... I know I don't!
Great information was easy to understand & the photo angles were very helpful. Thank you
nice ez video .. did you use rubber washers / gaskets with screws on tin roof?
Question for you. What type of material did you use for the roof. It doesn't like the typical clear roofing you get. I build a patio cover with the clear material and it made it like a sauna under it.
Lovely piece of land you have there, sheltered by the trees, low winds I presume, private. Nice.
I want to build a lean to off the back of the house. The house has stucco siding. How do I determine where the ledger gets bolted to this gable side of the house and well below the roof line?
That works for me. Quick, easy and not over complicated. Good job
just ordered the *WoodBlueprints. Com* guide for step-by-step videos and different plans to. BUILD A SHED. they have some awesome plans in there
Do you use sloped joist hangers on the header?
Awesome... Im doing something very similar for a Shed out back.. I doing the back wall .... Great that it looks like 2x4s will work! Basing my plan on this....
Nice to see a fellow Alabamian on YT. Great vid inspired me to build a Lean to on my little storage shed for a lawn tractor.
What part of Alabama?NW Alabama here.
@@rickeykeeton4770 Central Alabama here between Birmingham and Tuscaloosa.
Great video, thank you. Looks like something we could tackle over a weekend or two. Any chance you remember your appx budget for this? We're planning now. Thanks again
Quick question. I’m building a lean to behind my shed. I’m moving our chicken run and coop back there. My roof is basically 10’x10’. I got 2x4’s for the rafters. Are 2x4’s going to be okay instead of 2x6’s? The actual measurement from the high side to low side is actually less than 10’ and slightly more than 9’. The width will span 10’ though
I know I'm late and your probably done but no 2x4s can only span 9ft even when they're spaced 12" apart
@@33North33 i used 2x6's
that is a VERY light duty shed! I was worried my attempt at a cheapish on was too light weight. The way you fastened upper ends of back rafters is scary to me! all good for you but...maybe not for instructional video? With 10' between posts I would have used a 2x4 top plate [ perhaps doubled ] and a total of 4 2 x 6 rafters , 1 over each post. Then use 10' 2 x4's cut slightly to fit down between rafters with hangers at 2' o.c. spacing to use as the girts/nailers. I bet it would be lighter, cheaper and at least as strong. Not bashing you - just might help others.
What size post did you used?
if you have lap siding on the existing building would you saw cut it off where you want the ledger board to be so that it stays flush against the top sill plates? My garage is a separate building with no soffit because the roof doesn't extend beyond the walls. So should I shimmy some flashing under the shingles and over the top of the ledger board? Looking for some advice thanks.
Just a suggestion... the title to this video is a bit misleading, I feel like something like "Kinda showing how to build a lean to" or maybe "Explaining how to build lean to but skipping over 1/2 to 3/4 build" I like your demeanor and the way you communicate, but it went from one 2x6 attached to the house, and snap your fingers, the next scene is the entire frame basically 90% done. I'm assuming you were doing this solo so couldn't really record the best, but next time ask friend to help you out. Looks nice though, well done on the construction.
How high was the roof on the shed side and the post side? I can see its sloped.
10’ on post side and 12’ on building side
What size are your posts?
Fantastic video! Thank you!
I was going to do something like this but needed more of a slope because of the amount of snow we get. Wouldn’t handle the weight
I found the lumber you get today is not all the same size, rafters could be anywhere from 11/4 to 1 5/8 thick and 2x6 51/4 to 5 5/8 causing waving up and down across your rafters. I install the rafters with a string line and then install the Simpson strong ties to make the roof even. Don’t put your ties up first unless you measure each rafter to make sure it’s all the same size. Oh yeah, I pre drill all my tin first. Stack them all together make sure they all are even, mark where the holes go and drill your first two holes , one on each side and put two screws to hold everything and then drill the rest.
I want do this to my 12x24 Cabin. great idea, well done
What size is that shed
can you tell me the height at the header and the edge?
@@kayvonmansouri for this particular one it was 10’ at head and 8’ at edge but always depends on your buildings and the desired head space on the edge.
superb you anywhere near me so you can build mine?
Hi is hard to build one of those lean to can inexperienced person do it if
One buys the proper material.
Beautiful job !!..awesome build..
How do you do that to a tin shed?
So I went to hire a handyman who advertised that he was a handyman to build a lien two on the back of my garage. He absolutely freaked out so I told him never mind and then I found your video channel and I thought well this is not that hard so thank you for posting because I’m going to build myself now!
What do I need to build a 20x20 add on
Where your 2x4 rafter connect to the hurricane ties, did you just drop in the 2x4 or did you make a cut into the 2x4 so the board sat flush on the hurricane tie?
Q
I did make a cut on the end of the board So that it will have a better fit.
How do you wiggle up through a 16 X 16 inch square to work on the tin ? You must be 24 inch centers on the rafters.
Yes, ended up going 24" OC for rafters
Thanks, enjoyed your vid. Have been looking for a vid that uses 2 x 4 rafters. Working on my material list now.
Bro no hate or anything this is actually a really good video but you skipped the most important part which is the build. I know you explained it with the voiceover but some people like myself are visual, we need to see to understand better that’s why we on UA-cam lol but thanks for giving me an idea!
@@brandonsalazar1824 yeah I filmed it and somehow lost that footage. I’ve meant to redo the video for years now and never have.
How much In labor should this cost?
$126
Attaching the 2x6 to the building is the part I needed to see. How’s that done when attaching to concrete block?
Attach it directly to block with tapcon screws.
Don't attach it with tapcon screws. Attach it using staggered wedge anchors, spaced appropriately as your local building code specifies.
Nice video 👍 I had a question, because I’m building the same thing for a customer, how did you make sure that it did not leak up against the building where you put in the tin sheets? Is there a sealant that you used?
You could use something to seal that off. I didn't on mine because the overhang from the main building is a foot and a half so I've never had any issue with the rain getting up there
@@alittlebitofeverything8844 Yeah I have about a foot, I’m just wondering if there’s something that you would recommend? Appreciate that
@@alittlebitofeverything8844 anyway they make all kinds of good caulking and sealant for this type of thing, I think I got it from here, thanks again, video was a big help.
Experienced sheet metal guys bend the lows on the sheets to a 45 then put a piece of 90 flashing to wall over the top of the high ribs. You would definitely need a set of sheet metal tongs to bend the 45 preferably a set that isn't spring loaded. Fairmont makes a good set
Use putty
Do you get snow where you are at? Is the 2x4 actually holding up well for the roof? I'm wanting to build but we get snow here and I didnt know if a 2x4 would work
No, I'm in Central Alabama and never get more than 1" of snow. If in snowy area, I'd use 2x6 or put the 2x4s closer.
2x6s and you cannot have that flat of a pitch. MN here; built many buildings and leans.
Can u build this on a concrete block garage?
Yes, you can. Just secure the 4x4 post with cement brackets.
Does the 2x4 need to be pressure treated ?
If done correctly the 2x4s should not be getting wet underneath. However, you can always be extra careful and use pressure treated since it is outside and possibly exposed to moisture. I've seen them done both ways.
@@alittlebitofeverything8844 thank you!
I think this is the ideal cabin type of set up.
What's the angle cut before hanging the 2x4 to the fasteners? 30° degree cut?
I used a 3in12 pitch.
How long were ur rafters? 12'? What size was ur beam?
Yes, 12ft long. Width from building was 11ft.
@@alittlebitofeverything8844 so u used 2x4x12s? and it didn't sag? 16oc?
@@Eastbaypisces correct. It's been up one year now and there is no sagging. 2x4x12 and 16oc. Has very little weight on it. I've built 5-6 just like this over the years with no problems.
@@alittlebitofeverything8844 if I'm doing osb and shingles what u think I should use? Same length
@@alittlebitofeverything8844 also how sealed were those panels? Was it pretty simple overlapping n stuff?
Hi I m note professional DIY
After this video I really want to do something in my garden similar roofing
Pls can anyone suggest me easy post holders can digging nd use blue circle or any ideas
I hv not slabs.. Soft soil grounds
Nice video but lose the music.
Nice job
Excellent video, Sir!
That looks good and adds a lot of under cover storage . I just subbed from West Georgia neighbor .
Cool thanks
Looks like you put a really deep birds mouth on the rafters. They will fail eventually being cut half way into the 2x4. A 2x6 would have been much stronger and only a few dollars more.
Yep only 53.27 more at lowes for 2x6x12 for yellow pine which ants and termites love. for treated it would of been 134.27 more which termites or ants dont eat. Most int he south have to worry ab out that. Oh and he could of made the center at 24" with 2x6 so it could be a little less money than i figured
Or at least hangers on other side you cant see - maybe he did...
Those aren't hurricane clips, they are joist hangers.
This will not end well for the original shed. No flashing on a low slope roof addition.
Connected to the existing lean to….pitch wouldn’t work in snow country….for long
To many numbers are thrown here but doesn't shows me how to do it. Don't understand his commentary language.
You don't put the screws on top of the ridge on this type of metal roofing.
How come?
@@shmeegleson9464 Well you can but not necessary. More holding power for one, Just what the industry of metal roofing has implied
@@tankcentersc Ah i see, good to know, thank you!
Music /noise is irritating...
looks like that birdmouth is over half the width of board...that's not good
Nice film thanks.
Cool. Can I park my mower under your lean to?
Nice work. Fun to watch.
You forgot to flash against the building
Nice video, I hate the music, for the life of me, I don't understand why on a how to videos people play the music.
We missed a lot of the video but what can ya do it taught something at least
War Eagle!
Can't really call it a "how to" video if you skip half the steps.
Stop with the music people 🤦🏻🤷🏻♂️
This is just a lean-to, not the titled "lean-to shed." A shed is enclosed. Nice work, although you didn't explain the upright supports for the distal beam, but it's not a shed.
It means building a Lean-To (A) Shed. Not a Lean-To Shed.
Not in the south it’s not. A shed is anything with a roof. Usually open. A box being called a shed is yankee speak. 😅. In the south we call an enclosed building. A building. Or shop. Sheds are open.
Should say how NOT to build a lean to shed.
Why?
Missing some steps on video? Not seeing you do this project. Fast forward, gee, that is how we do it, in steps and in detail? Great tutorial! NOT!!!
Totally agree... people watch videos to learn what about the important stuff....getting posts square, crowning your rafters,etc
Roll
Tide !
😂 why do these children keep building lean to's.
I’m tired of all this vids being the same I need to but need it to be a room 😪
Using hurricane hangers with 2x4 rafters is a bit of an oxymoron.
It is, unless you have them already laying around are working by yourself and need another set of hands; then they come in pretty handy.