Concrete – How to install level wood header under sloping garage door opening

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I am wood framing concrete garage door opening described with pictures in this question.

Top concrete header is about 2" inches out of level across 9' opening length. I want to install 2×8 PT header under it and make it level. So I will have 2" gap on one side. What is the best way to do it? I am thinking of just cutting short piece of this 2×8 and using it as a shim in the right place in the gap. Will it work? Does it make any sense to fill the rest of the void with something like cement patch?

Best Answer

The new lumber door header will not be structural. Go ahead and frame the door rough opening plumb and level with your lumber and spacers. Use shims to snug it up to the concrete. Get creative with your trim to conceal the imperfections.