Raising the Frame

Raising day is filled with anticipation and excitement.  The raising is a community effort that requires a great deal of organization.  When a crane is used, 6-10 people make the most efficient crew.  Hand raisings require more hands.

The frame is first assembled and pegged on the ground in sections called bents.

Each bent determines the frames height, width, and shape.  After the first bent is raised, it is temporarily braced.  As the following bents are raised, connecting girts, and knee braces are put in place and pegged.

Purlins tie the roof structure together