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Repairing Trusses - 7/18/2006 7:52:30 PM
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PvtNvestigator
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Hello group,
I would like to know others opinions on repairing partially damaged roof trusses. Would you repair or would you replace as a complete unit? Would you involve an Engineer?
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RE: Repairing Trusses - 7/18/2006 8:48:30 PM
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Big Bob
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No Brainer on top cords and web. Hire the Engr and save all that drywall work, Electrical, HVAC duct, painting, cleaning ,etc. Location in the house is the key to restoration method used used. I'm performing one now that involves 7 trusses including a triple girt that carries the roof & ceiling over kitchen and Master Bedroom. NO ALE. The HO is delighted they can stay at home and the carrier is saving big time.
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RE: Repairing Trusses - 7/19/2006 12:41:06 AM
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dcmarlin
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It all depends on the cause and extent of the damage: light vs. heavy char from a fire; small crack vs. large break or major deflection in a chord from weight of snow; any additional damage to sheathing or roofing. Sometimes it is a no-brainer where cleaning and sealing (fire) or sistering and support is all that is required. If not straight forward, I feel it is best to get an engineer. I have handled claims where they have recommended from repair/replacement of a single trusses/rafters to the entire roof framing.
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RE: Repairing Trusses - 7/19/2006 7:50:32 AM
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jlombardo
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Most times it is not up to the adjuster or the contractor as to whether or not to repair or replace a truss....usually it is dictated by local or state wide building codes.......with a truss damage situation, it is ALWAYS the procedure to get a structural engineer involved as he will advise whether or not an "engineered repair" is allowable and acceptable and will supply the proper repair procedure for said repair........
IMHO
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RE: Repairing Trusses - 7/19/2006 9:23:19 AM
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leklund
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To correctly repair a structural element like that a permit has to be pulled and in order to get that permit approved you have to submit plans from an engineer stating the scope of damages and their calculations and specifications that the GC will follow to repair the structural element. This is how it would have to be in the area I work, Miami, fl, but could possibly differ depending on your area but I figure that it would be similar anywhere with a permitting department.
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RE: Repairing Trusses - 7/19/2006 9:05:24 PM
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catabeme
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I am construction official here in New Jersey during my off months, and swing a hammer a lot as well. Damaged trusses will never get a permit here without a detail from a licensed Engineer and inspection proving compliance. The days of scabbing a little plyscore on the damages are long gone.
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RE: Repairing Trusses - 7/19/2006 9:36:21 PM
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Tom_Toll
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All good answers and all true. Code is the directorat, as are the engineers.
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