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Posted by Robert Allison on February 26, 2008, 12:16 pm
Mike Dobony wrote:
> On Tue, 26 Feb 2008 06:24:48 -0800 (PST), Limp Arbor wrote:
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>>A little searching on the Simpson website led me to some anchors that
>>may satisfy the inspector's requirement for anchor bolts on the new
>>sill plate.
>>http://www.strongtie.com/products/connectors/UFP.asp
>>Simpson's site is full of code references, load test results, and
>>corrosion data that should satisfy all but the most obtuse inspector.
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>>But I still need an idea or two on how to lift/support a 12' section
>>of the two story house where the joists run parallel to the sill
>>plate.
>>Like in the side of the house in the first picture here
>>http://www.coolhouseplans.com/floor.html
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>>Not one of you is clever enough to think of a way to do this?
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> This site states that the pressure treated sill plate is mounted directly
> on the bricks on the foundation. This is poor practice as a sill sealer is
> also required by code.
Not here (UBC). Code states that material in contact with
masonry must be pressure treated OR a suitable sill sealer must
be used. Energy requirements DO require a seal between the
bottom plate and the floor (regardless of whether it is masonry
or wood) but this is done with either a suitable foam insert,
foam sealant or caulk.
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Robert Allison
Rimshot, Inc.
Georgetown, TX
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