This is quantified by eight options.
Roof to wall attachment single wraps.
In this article richard reynolds who helped write the new code language outlines the steps involved.
How to inspect the connections that tie existing rafters or trusses to the wall plate to determine whether retrofitting is needed.
Next is single wraps a strap that goes over the top of.
How well is your roof attached to the walls.
The strap must be attached to the top plate of the wall frame or embedded in the bond beam in at least one place.
A toenails b clips c single wraps d double wraps e anchor bolt f other g unknown and h no attic access.
Hurricane retrofit guide roof to masonry wall connections source.
Roof to wall.
Single wraps metal straps must be secured to every rafter truss with a minimum of 3 nails wrapping over and securing to the opposite side of the rafter truss with a minimum of 1 nail.
Roof to wall attachment.
Clips only connect on one side of the roof truss and require 3 nails.
Double wraps are considered the strongest whereas toenails provide the least protection.
A photo of a roof to wall attachment known as a single wrap during a citizens wind mitigation inspection in st petersburg.
And if the home does need a.
Toenails this means the trusses in the attic are attached to the walls of the home with nails driven in at angles called toenails.
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.
Most older homes will qualify for clips.
If you have box a checked or shaded for toe nails you need this upgrade.
New florida codes compel contractors to upgrade the roof wall connections on qualifying older homes when replacing the roof covering.
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Roof to wall attachment internachi inspection forum source.
No insurance credit for this type of attachment clips this is the first type of roof wall attachment that receives an insurance credit.
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It is exceeded only by the discount for a hip roof sloped on all sides which averages 47.
