Picture one is of a fastener that has only two nails on one side. Picture two shows the opposing side verifying this fastener would not be considered a clip but rather a toe nail on the wind mitigation form because in order for this to be classified as a clip, it would have to have three nails on one side. The classification for this would be under the toe nail section 4 of the UMVI form box A and the second box which indicates “Metal connectors that do not met the minimal conditions or requirements of B, C, or D.”
This photo is an example of the roof to wall attachment. This picture is of the front side of the attachment and it is noted that it has a minimum of two nails on this side, has less than 1/2 “ gap between strap and truss and wraps over the truss. If the strap has a minimum of one nail on the opposite side it would qualify as “C”, single wrap.
The first article chosen is “Garage Doors and Openers”. Garage doors can be one of the heaviest items in a home and responsible for approximately 20,000 emergency room visits per year. The door should be inspected for damage or fatigue to the panels. The brackets, rollers and tracks should be inspected for proper connection and functionality. Safety features including a manual release, warning labels, pressure reverse and photoelectric reverse should also be inspected and noted. The second article chosen is “Electric Service Panels”. Inspection of these panels is inherently dangerous and the inspector should take appropriate means to protect himself and the homeowner. Panels should never be inspected if they are wet or if the floor is wet. Care should be taken when removing the cover and in keeping the client away from the open panel. Some of the key items noted should be proper clearance at the panel, rust, improper panel screws, aluminum wiring and certain problematic panels manufactured by Federal Pacific and Zinsco.
This is a picture of a single wrap strap. It is utilized in holding the roof system in place during high winds. It is embedded into concrete, positioned so that there is less than a 1/2" gap between the truss and the strap. Then with a minimum of two nails nailed on the face side of the truss and a minimum of one nail on the back side of the truss. This strap is in good condition.
This is a Rheem 50 gallon water heater. The water heater is in near perfect condition. This particular water heater has a manufacture date of 20Nov2013.
I choose the Bathroom Ventilation Ducts and Fans article. Ventilation fans are usually controlled n=by one of three ways. A conventional wall switch, A timer wall switch, or a humidistat. Insufficient bathroom ventilation can cause paint to peel, corrosion of metal and worse of all mold. Vents must terminate at the homes exterior.
A “shiner” is located in the attic portion of the home. A measurement of the nail is taken in order to determine the size of the deck fastener used. A sharpie marker is used to label the component, the date of inspection, and initials of the inspector.
This photo was from a roof wall attachment of a single strap. Strap ran over truss and was nailed on one side with 2 nails. The other side had one nail. Straps were within 1.5 inches and were straight up/down. This attachment would be classified as a C type.
This photo was from a roof wall attachment of a single strap. Strap ran over truss and was nailed on one side with 2 nails. The other side had one nail. Straps were within 1.5 inches and were straight up/down. Strap appeared to be in good shape.This attachment would be classified as a C type.
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Article I chose was on wind mitigation. In 2006 Citizens insurance hiked insurance rates over 45%. for wind insurance. Wind mitigation is here to protect homeowners, insurance companies and save our clients money on policies. More important than saving money is insuring their homes have the right level of protection, if a hurricane was to happen. Making sure windows, garage doors, roofs and any other opening in the structure is protected will help insure lower rates and safety for its residents.
ceiling fans: mounted with ball-n-socket or j hook. indoor fan used indoor only. not made for exterior use. should be min. 7’ from ceiling and 18" from walls. blades turning with leading edge lower in winter.
The roof over this mobile home is a pole barn style roof. Both of the gable ends, the soffit, and the ceiling are missing. With this view the picture shows a complete opening on the roofing structure. The trusses are secured to the double plated 2x12 header with double tie straps, and the header is secured to the 6x6 posts with bolts.
This picture of a BUTT JOINT (https://www.nachi.org/gallery/framing/framing./butt-joint.jpg ) is built improperly because there are not enough fasteners at the splice, and the supporting post should be installed under the areas where both splices come together.
This picture is an observation of a fascia board and support beam rotting away possibly due to a roof leak and or direct exposure to aggressive weather conditions. I recommend further evaluation by a State Licensed Professional.
Found the article on single-strand Aluminum wiring informative in the fact that it includes the years that the wiring was used in housing market. The background on danger of the wiring including deaths and the reason the wiring is a hazard and the area covering the different repairs to correct the problem.
This photo depicts a sliding glass door located at the rear of the home. There were no visible markings etched into the glass that would indicate wind load rating. I also checked the door frame for any badges or stickers but none were visible. More than half of the attachment screws that secure the window to the window frame were broken or missing. This is not a wind rated door.
The purpose of a wind mitigation inspection is to determine the ability of a home to resist damage due to high winds and flying debris. Wind mitigation inspections look for construction features that have been shown to reduce losses in hurricanes, such as a hip roof, concrete block construction, the presence of gable end bracing, shutters and opening protections, the presence of roof to wall attachments such as clips or hurricane straps, and the presence of a secondary water resistance barrier.
