How should the sheathing meet at the roof peak when there will be no ridge vent.
How to install roof sheathing at the peak.
This video shows how some roofs fail under heavy winds in uplift situations.
Keep these tips in mind when roofing in hurricane areas.
For vaulted or cathedral roof construction provide a free ventilation path from eaves to ridge between all rafters.
During a hurricane the strength of the sheathing on the roof can greatly impact the homes ability to weather the storm.
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This is a simple pitched roof line with ridge beam and rafters attached with slope hangers.
How to install plywood roof sheathing for the perfect roof shingle installation.
We go in depth on how to install roof sheathing.
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Then align a chalk line with the sheathing on the peak of the roof and trim off the tops of those sheets as well.
Starting with how to place the first row of sheathing we cover fastening methods the use of h clips stagg.
The connection between the roof sheathing and the structure is a vulnerable point that is known to fail during a hurricane.
Install baffles providing a minimum of 1 inch of clear space between framing and or under roof decking at eaves to ensure that ceiling or roof insulation does not block ventilation paths.
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