What Is a Roof Tear-Off? A roof tear-off, as defined by ASTM D1079, involves the removal of all layers of an existing roofing system down to the structural deck. This process is crucial for maintaining the integrity and longevity of your new roof. When Is a Complete Tear-Off Required? The International Building Code (IBC) 2018…
Welcome to our latest blog post, where we delve into the intricate world of FORTIFIED Engineering Standards for Roof Coverings. In this technical bulletin, we’ll navigate through the essential concepts and guidelines outlined in Technical Bulletin FH 2020-01. Prepared by Julie Lowrey, the Director of FORTIFIED Engineering, this bulletin provides invaluable insights into understanding design…
Hail damage to asphalt shingles can significantly compromise the integrity of your roof, leading to costly repairs if not promptly addressed. This guide will help you identify hail damage, understand the inspection process, and take appropriate actions to maintain the longevity and effectiveness of your roofing system. 1. Verify the Hail Event Before initiating an…
Building a safe and sturdy deck requires careful attention to the connections between beams and posts. Properly assembled beam-to-post connections are essential for resisting gravity, lateral, and uplift loads. This blog will cover the building code requirements for multi-ply beam assemblies and beam-to-post connections, and provide solutions from Simpson Strong-Tie to ensure your deck meets…
In storm restoration, the fastest way to increase closes (and protect your time) is simple: Stop running junk appointments. If you can qualify a homeowner in 2 minutes—at the door or on the phone—you’ll get: This 2026 guide gives you a tight, ethical, repeatable 2-minute qualification script that works for roofing/exterior storm restoration. The 2-minute…
