What Is a Rake Rafter

Rafter—A structural member (usually slanted) to which sheathing is attached. Rake—The slanting edge of a gable roof at the end wall of the house.

What is the rake in a roof?

Instead, the rake refers to the sloped sides of a gable style roof. This type of roof is one of the most common in colder or temperate climates, and consists of two roof sections sloping in opposite directions from the peak to allow for the best flow of precipitation off the roof.

Where is a rake rafter located?

GlossaryRafter tablesinformation found printed on the body of a framing square; used to calculate the lengths of various components of a roof systemRake rafterthe first and last rafter of a gable roof, usually having a finish or trim applied to it; also called barge or fly rafter