Barge Rafter
A barge rafter (also called a fly rafter or verge rafter) is the outermost rafter on a gable roof that extends beyond the exterior wall to form the roof overhang at the gable end.
Barge rafters protect the gable end from rain and sun exposure. In DFW homes, barge rafters are commonly finished with fascia boards and soffit panels. Storm damage frequently affects barge rafters because they are the most exposed structural element on gable roofs. JRH Construction repairs and replaces damaged barge rafters as part of full roof replacement and storm damage restoration projects across Dallas-Fort Worth.
Related Roofing Terms
Rake Edge
The rake is the inclined edge of a sloped roof that runs from the eave to the ridge along the gable end of the building.
Fascia
Fascia is the vertical finishing board mounted along the lower edge of the roof, covering the ends of the roof rafters and providing a mounting surface for gutters.
Soffit
Soffit is the material covering the underside of the roof overhang (eave), providing ventilation to the attic and protecting rafters from weather exposure.
Gable Roof
A gable roof is the most common roof shape in residential construction, consisting of two sloping planes that meet at a central ridge, forming a triangular wall section (gable) at each end.