Here’s an idea that grew out of another thread: Should there be labels on attic trusses that identify the manufacturer? Should there be other information given on such labels? I’m thinking it would be good if the company name, phone number, job number and date were given. That way if you have to modify something fairly recent, you might be able to contact the folks who have the engineering on file. Maybe also some kind of disclaimer about not modifying trusses without proper engineering.
I’m looking at a box of microwave popcorn here. There are fifteen different items of numerical info on the required label. It might be a good idea for the truss industry to start doing something label-wise, before the government comes along and makes them do something that doesn’t make sense.
— J.S.
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I'll take you one further. How about a complete package that has to stay in every new home. Plans, inspection sheets, who engineered it, archy (if there was one) who installed what: plumbing, electrical, roofing, framer, etc.,etc. Have all the truss spec sheets included.
I concur Mr. Sprung.
I started stapling the package of info that comes with the trusses in the attics at head height a couple of years ago. I don't need it anymore, I would have a mountain of these things laying around as well as floor joist layouts for I-joists and floor trusses.
All the good stuff is in the package- layouts, sizes, truss dimensions, wind bracing, contact info, and manufacturer. It's very important information for a homeowner to have down the road. Storm damage and additions are two good reasons.
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