In Magna, Utah, the roofline of a modest home caught our attention — a subtle dip hinted at trouble above. Before we even stepped inside, the homeowner shared the story. Years ago, a roofing company had converted his flat roof into a pitched one. Two decades later, he noticed some sagging and decided to reinforce it himself.
We climbed the ladder and squeezed into a narrow attic space. The homeowner’s repairs were easy to spot. To his credit, they had added notable strength to the framing. The roof wasn’t failing, but it still lacked the full support a structure like this needs.
We explained to the homebuyer that a few frames should be sistered with new 2x4s, running tight alongside the existing members for added strength. In addition, every 2×4 where it meets the load-bearing beam at the peak of the roof needs metal brackets to secure the connection and prevent shifting under load.
In the end, this was less about fixing a failing roof and more about completing the job — adding the last pieces that would ensure the roof could bear its load safely for decades to come.
