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Roof to wall connectors which one to choose clips or straps

4 months ago

hi, we are replacing roof (south Florida house) and found out we do not have any of this that insurance requires. there are three types -clips, single strap and double strap. do all this three has the same level of protection for insurance? Wuld choosing one over the other be more beneficial? any clarification and recomendation helpful

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Patricia Colwell Consulting
4 months ago
I have no idea but am curious as to this idea. So I will check back. Your insurance company probably has some info as to waht they require.
ken_adrian Adrian MI cold Z5
4 months ago
i am surprised the info wasnt provided when you pulled the permits .....

i am surprised your contractor isnt aware of code requirements..

i am surprised the people who sold you the roofing material werent aware of said strapping and didnt try to sell it to you if you bought the material direct and this is a dyi project..
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Your local building department will have the spec answers to your important question. People who don’t live in Florida have little information regarding Miami-Dade Code requirements for hurricane impact protection. A reputable, licensed, insured contractor will have the answers, too. But, first visit your building department. In our area we had nine different government agencies depending on your address.
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Patricia Colwell Consulting
4 months ago
I ahve clients in Fla. My understanding is no DIY at all.
dominika
Original Author
4 months ago
we interview few different roofing comp and they differ in what they wuld use. one said clips, other double straps. they of course differ in price. to complay with code we need one the question is which one is better or do both fall into same category for insurance?
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Charles Ross Homes
4 months ago
Hi, Dominika,

Florida has requirements for strengthening roof/wall connections when re-roofing single-family homes valued at $300K or more that are in wind-borne debris regions. An insurance carrier may impose similar requirements in other areas of the state. Your local building dept. should be able to answer your questions.
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Joseph Corlett, LLC
4 months ago
I'd ask the local inspector which he prefers.
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Charles Ross Homes
4 months ago
There are different codes applicable to repair/replacement and residential new construction. Residential re-roofing projects in Florida are subject to the Florida Existing Building Code. The requirements for strengthening roof/wall connections when re-roofing are stated in section 706 of the code. The code does require strengthening structures to resist lateral loads when making certain alterations. If the proposed scope of work is a roof replacement without other alterations, I don't believe the requirements to address lateral loads apply.
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When it comes to those roof-to-wall connectors, the choices can be a bit puzzling. Clips, single straps, double straps – it's like choosing toppings for your pizza!For insurance requirements, it's crucial to get the right setup.

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