Roof Truss Nailing With Hurricane Clips
Question:
If you use hurricane clips to secure roof trusses from uplift, are you allowed to use fewer than the typical three nails in the bearing heel of the roof truss? I am concerned because we want to do the right fastening schedule, but three nails in addition to the hurricane clip splits the wood. What is the standard recommendation?
Answer:
When using hurricane clips, install the appropriately rated clip per the clip manufacturer’s instructions. No other nails are needed.