Though straps may be installed, it is important to verify that they are installed correctly. It is possible that the minimum number of nails requirement has not been met, or the gap at the wall to truss connection may be to great, nullifying the preferred rating in these cases. It would be wise to have photo documentation if these conditions are observed.
I have chosen a picture of a wind mitigation procedure. This picture shows a single strap connection between a truss and rafter. This is an important part of the wind mitigation inspection because it will qualify the homeowner for discounts if applicable.
I chose the picture titled “Collar and rafter ties”. This picture is important due to the fact it shows you specifically the difference between rafters, collar ties, rafter ties. Knowing the difference will help when it comes time to writing the report.
I found the discussion of gable ends very enlightening. Knowing the weakness that gable ends give to a structure lets one question why anyone would opt for a gable end instead of a hip. The discussion on bracing was great as well as the discussion of the four common types of gable ends.
I selected the wind mitigation article since it goes along with this course. Although the main reason to have a wind mitigation is to help reduce property insurance costs. I believe the primary focus should be the mitigation of harm to occupants. Retrofits should be accomplished if possible to make the structure a safer place to live.
The photograph provided is a satisfactory clip serving as the weakest form of roof to wall attachment. Within Form 1802, the clip provided would be captured in section 4.B. “Metal connectors that do not wrap over the top of the truss/rafter…”
I selected the “Wind Mitigation” article by Nick Gromicko and Kenton Shepard. The article served to reinforce many of the elements presented within the “How to Perform Wind Mitigation Inspections Course”, and is valuable as a quick reference for anyone new to performing 1802 inspections.
THis is a photo taken on an inspection. It shows an 8 penny nail that missed through a half inch sheathing. The markings also show that the nails are spaced about six inches apart and not too many nails missed.
I have chosen to write about a photo called “Wind Mitigation Inspection”. This is a good image, showing different aspects of what inspectors look for on inspections. Age of roof, roof to wall attachments and SWR’s are all important parts of this inspection.
These pictures were taken at my house. My entire house is protected by accordion shutters, however, I could not locate the Miami Dade Large Missal Impact Rate Label on any of them, Regardless of the beforementioned, the property sustained hurricane winds of up to 90+ mile an hour from hurricane Irma, just 3 months ago!
In Florida, it is extremely beneficial for a homeowner to undergo the Wind Mitigation and in some cases, the 4 point inspection, these inspections allows a significant reduction in their insurance annual premium, Nonetheless, my personal opinion is that every homeowner regardless of the discount, should undergo these inspections to keep their families and homes hurricane safe.
This is a single wrap meeting the minimum nail requirements and would be marked as “C” on roof to wall attachment.Secured to truss/rafter with a minimum of three (3) nails, and Attached to the wall top plate of the wall framing, or embedded in the bond beam, with less than a " gap from the blocking or truss/rafter and blocked no more than 1.5 of the truss/rafter, and free of visible severe corrosion.
I learned about surface wave sensors When a surface wave touches the above-surface contact, the electrical circuit is completed, causing an alarm to sound and sub-surface disturbance sensor Mounted to the pool wall below the water surface, this type of sensors is activated by wave-induced pressure changes. I was not aware that these types of alarms were available.
Hurricane clip attached to top plate and wall faming, the metal clip only has two nails so this does not qualify for the minimum three nails per clip. This would fall under toe nail category, truss to top plate hold down
Wind Mitigation roof evaluation. 1st measure the perimeter of the entire house. 2nd go back and measure the areas that are different than the hip (Gable or Flat). Take the total of the different area divide by the roof perimeter this will give you the percent difference. This will tell if the home roof qualifies under the Hip roof category.
This is a picture displaying the fastener length of the roof deck attachment for a wind mitigation inspection report. The visible length is 2 inches, in addition the 1/2 inch of plywood roof deck which means that this is an 8d common nail.
This photo was taken during a home inspection,i found that it was without a screen, the window itself was a thermal insulated double hung vinyl framed window, the home is in a hurricane zone with no HVHZ protections, noted on my report and recommend to homeowner to install protections.
Two conductors noted on one breaker also known as double tapping. This condition could cause the device to trip,or allow current to be carried by the conductor which is a safety concern. One of the wires should be moved to another breaker, or a two pull breaker should be installed which can receive two conductors.
Energy savings home owner walk around,
check the doors, are they sealed properly and do they close completely?
do the windows have caulking around the entire perimeter of the frame?
change the air filters every 30 days.
Using a programmable thermostat will prevent the system from running during times when no one is home or asleep at night.
check your light bulbs are the incandescent or CFL or LEDs by changing from incandescent to either of the previous options will make a noticeable difference in the homes energy consumption.
these are just a few ways to control a homes energy use.
