How can I make my roof rafters stronger?
Reinforce the Trusses
- Apply construction adhesive along the edge of the truss to strengthen the connection to the plywood roof deck.
- Stiffen trusses by joining them with 2x4s running from one end of the house to the other.
- Brace gable ends with diagonal 2x4s.
- Connect trusses to walls with hurricane tiedowns.
Can you use screws for rafters?
Our inspectors have seen a disturbing trend of late: people using wood or deck screws when building structural elements. This means ordinary wood screws cannot be used to attach rafters to top plates, or joists to beams.
Can I use joist hangers for rafters?
Joist hangers can hang rafters from a ledger, but, for sloping rafters, notch them or use special rafter hangers. If rafters will sit on top of a ledger, attach them with seismic anchors as you would attach rafters to a beam.
How are Simpson Strong Tie connectors help you build?
Find out how Simpson Strong-Tie wood connectors can help you build the right way every day. From straps and ties to heavy girder hangers and much more, Simpson Strong-Tie ® structural connectors increase the strength and safety of wood-frame structures.
What’s the slope of a Simpson Strong Tie rafter?
It is field adjustable for skew up to 45° and its innovative hinged swivel seat adjusts up to a 45° slope. The LRUZ offers an economic alternative for applications requiring a sloped hanger for rafter-to-ridge connections.
What kind of connector does RR Ridge rafter use?
The RR ridge rafter connector provides a connection between a rafter and the ridge of a roof. Shop all Simpson Strong-Tie here. You will need Adobe® Acrobat® Reader to view PDF documents.
What kind of connector do I need for a roof rafter?
The RR ridge rafter connector provides a connection between a rafter and the ridge of a roof. Shop all Simpson Strong-Tie here. You will need Adobe® Acrobat® Reader to view PDF documents. Download a free copy from the Adobe Web site. Is something like available for a 2×4 rafter for a shed?
