I think I understand. So a modern hip junction wouldn't need this support beam:
because a gusset would support the entire junction against the end commons, whereas in mine the ridge board only supports the upper half of the hip blade plum cut and the angled support beam (pictured) supports the...
I’ve sought advice and want to make sure it’s done right so I don’t worry when I see it progressing. Sorry it’s so long-winded.
The house next door is council house and they've recently removed the shared chimney stack (everything above the roof) and slated over, so no stack above that needs...