hurricane straps
Storm-proofing metal ties
Hurricane straps are metal connectors that secure a building's roof to its walls, preventing the roof from lifting off during high winds.
Also called hurricane ties or hurricane clips, they're required by building codes in storm-prone regions: The inspector checked that hurricane straps were properly installed throughout the attic.
- tie-downsStraps securing cargo
- roofBuilding's protective top
- roof deckFlat platform above
- raftersSloped roof beams
- trussesTriangulated load-bearing frames
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