18 Purpose: To provide information about proper roof sheathing installation, emphasize its importance in coastal construction, and illustrate fastening methods that will enhance the durability of a building in a high-wind area.
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B U I L D E R T I P S Proper Installation of APA Rated Sheathing for Roof Applications Like all construction materials, APA Rated Sheathing panels must be installed correctly to insure best performance. Nearly all roof sheathing complaints are due to incorrect installation.
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INSTALLATION & FASTENING OSB roof sheathing is characterized by quick and easy installation. Standard panels are 4' x 8' and come in a variety of thicknesses. Panels must be spaced with a minimum 1/8" gap on all butting edges, and edge clips should be applied when specified.
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(Depending on the design, it may also be necessary to space the first two trusses 23-1/4" on center to ensure that the first piece of 4' x 8' roof sheathing is flush on the outside of the first truss but lands in the middle of a subsequent trusses.);
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It describes proper roof ventilation placement, amounts, and other details. ... Home inspectors and building owners should be especially concerned about insulation placed directly under the roof sheathing such as between the rafters. This can trap heat and moisture and damage sub-roofing as well as roofing shingles.
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Roof sheathing is generally made from wood plank, plywood or waferboard. For the first half of this century, virtually all roof sheathing was wood plank. Plywood roof sheathing in four foot by eight foot panels became popular in the 1960's and waferboard panels arrived in the 1970's.
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OSB is not my favorite material for roof sheathing. I would prefer plywood, but it costs about twice as much. One drawback of OSB is its tendency to swell when it gets wet. Wet OSB will rot faster than plywood under similar conditions.
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Roof Sheathing Installation – Presents information about proper roof sheathing installation and its importance in coastal construction; also discusses fastening methods that will enhance the durability of a building in a high-wind area. ... Roof Sheathing Installation; Home Builder’s Guide to Coastal Construction;
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After the purchase offer was accepted, the physical inspection revealed that portions of the roof sheathing were delaminated and the rafters were discolored due to significant moisture in the attic caused by a bathroom exhaust fan which was venting into the attic.
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APA Panel Roof Sheathing ... Some type of panel clips, in addition to edge support, automatically assure proper panel spacing. When required, use on panel clip per span, except use tow clips for 48-inch or longer spans.
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