Most older homes will qualify for clips.
Roof to wall attachment single wraps.
How to inspect the connections that tie existing rafters or trusses to the wall plate to determine whether retrofitting is needed.
New florida codes compel contractors to upgrade the roof wall connections on qualifying older homes when replacing the roof covering.
Clips only connect on one side of the roof truss and require 3 nails.
Single wraps will wrap over roof truss to opposing side and require a minimum of 2 nails on front of strap and one on opposing side.
If you have box a checked or shaded for toe nails you need this upgrade.
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Roof to wall.
A toenails b clips c single wraps d double wraps e anchor bolt f other g unknown and h no attic access.
Roof to wall attachment.
Double wraps are considered the strongest whereas toenails provide the least protection.
This is quantified by eight options.
Next is single wraps a strap that goes over the top of.
And if the home does need a.
A photo of a roof to wall attachment known as a single wrap during a citizens wind mitigation inspection in st petersburg.
Roof to wall attachment internachi inspection forum source.
The reduction on the windstorm portion of your homeowner s insurance that is allowed for a strong roof to wall attachment averages 35 and is the largest discount for many homeowners.
Roof retrofit 754 246 9312 adding clips or straps will save you money on hurricane insurance increase the value of your home and give you piece of mind.
Toenails this means the trusses in the attic are attached to the walls of the home with nails driven in at angles called toenails.
In this article richard reynolds who helped write the new code language outlines the steps involved.
Hurricane retrofit guide roof to masonry wall connections source.
It is exceeded only by the discount for a hip roof sloped on all sides which averages 47.
The strap must be attached to the top plate of the wall frame or embedded in the bond beam in at least one place.
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How well is your roof attached to the walls.
