Roofing Panel H-Clips

[ET16]

We're in the final stages of putting a new roof on our house. The job has included extending the eaves, insulating and redecking in some places. H-clips were used in some areas originally with the sheathing and were specified for use in the new work.

I think, though, that the H-clips were not actually installed with the new decking. I found a big unopened box of them among left over material, and I don't remember seeing them used when they were redoing the decking. (I was up on the roof several times during the day when most of the redecking was being done, but I was following other aspects of the work and didn't think about the clips).

I'm not sure how to address this lack of clips with the company. I don't think that it necessitates redoing everything, but I can imagine that leaving out the clips might affect the structural integrity of the job somewhat.

 

[skyactiv]

It wouldn't surprise me if they weren't installed. The whole housing construction and remodeling industry in the United States is full of flunkies. Dumb mistakes are an everyday occurrence in the field.

 

[Pop_Rivit]

Did your installation require H clips? Depending on the span they may or may not be needed.

If the job spec'ed H clips and they were not installed, the inspector and contractor should be held accountable.

 

[mrsilv04]

"Floating" joints where the sheets of plywood come together will move up and down if the H-clips are not used.

Your suspicion is right... you might have a real problem on your hands.

 

[datech]

IF the seams between the sheets of plywood land right over a joist no H-clip is needed there. Maybe they planned well and used mostly full sheets.

 

[tom slick]

Ask to see the sheathing inspection report. Around here a roof requires a sheathing inspection and a final.

 

[ET16]

Originally Posted By: tom slick
Ask to see the sheathing inspection report. Around here a roof requires a sheathing inspection and a final.


It's all shingled over. I doubt there's a report.

 

[ET16]

Originally Posted By: Pop_Rivit
Did your installation require H clips? Depending on the span they may or may not be needed.

If the job spec'ed H clips and they were not installed, the inspector and contractor should be held accountable.

I agree. It just seems like it will be a real hassle. I've read around and they don't seem to be critical in most applications. It's just disappointing. Everywhere you look people cut corners.

 

[Mr Nice]

Not surprised they would take zero pride in doing a good job.

Same goes for a car mechanic doing [censored] work.

 

[tom slick]

Originally Posted By: ET16
Originally Posted By: tom slick
Ask to see the sheathing inspection report. Around here a roof requires a sheathing inspection and a final.


It's all shingled over. I doubt there's a report.

Was a permit issued at all?

Go in your attic and look for clips on the sheathing.

 

[another Todd]

Originally Posted By: tom slick


Go in your attic and look for clips on the sheathing.


THIS^

 

[ET16]

Unfortunately, I only have a small area of attic. The rest (85%) is closed cathedral of some sort. I'll look where I can.