How to Calculate the Height of a Ridge Board

This is part 2 of our rafter basics training. Today we're doing a little review, adding some new ideas and concepts, and learning something completely new, which is how to calculate the height of a ridge board. If you have questions or need help, be sure to leave a comment below.

RAFTER BASICS PART 1:

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HAND TOOLS:
Speed Square:
End Cutting Pliers (they don't sell mine anymore):
Estwing Hammer:
Chisel Set:
Nail Set:
Pry Bar Scraper (better then mine):
Tape Measure:
15-Inch Utility Pry Bar:
Level Set:

POWER TOOLS:
Drill Combo Set:
Jigsaw:
Porter Cable Belt Sander:
Circular Saw:
D-Handle Router:
Small Router:
Plunge Router:
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