Reinforce roof trusses and rafters: Install hurricane straps and diagonal bracing for extra stability. Secure roof-to-wall connections: Ensure they're properly fastened to prevent uplift.

"Homeowners can reinforce their roof trusses and rafters to withstand high winds by installing hurricane straps, also known as clips or ties," reminds Thomas. "These steel connectors will secure ...

Cost of Hurricane Roof-to-Wall Attachments The cost of installing hurricane roof-to-wall attachments such as clips or straps will vary, but typically it can range from a few thousand dollars to $ ...

With the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration anticipating an above-normal hurricane season this year, Newsweek spoke with experts to find out the best ways to prepare. "There are a lot of ...

Roof clips—also called hurricane ties, strips, anchors, or brackets—are straps or metal connectors designed to anchor the roof to adjacent walls, significantly enhancing the structural ...

The home is intact. Not a single shingle nor tile has lifted from the roof. Everything is good. We’re not taking the straps off until hurricane is over!’ she added. Before the storm hit ...

"The home is intact. Not a single shingle nor tile has lifted from the roof. Everything is good. We're not taking the straps off until hurricane is over!" Social media users had already taken a ...

Operation Blue Roof, a program to help residents whose roofs were damaged by tornadoes associated with Hurricane Milton, has been extended into Palm Beach County. The federal program provides for ...