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…lends a hand with the installation of the Medium Density Overlay plywood on the ceiling of the front porch. The product, often referred to as sign board, is traditional plywood with a resin treated fiber overlay on both faces that provides a…

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…purchase 5/8" or greater exterior grade (CDX) plywood. Plywood sheets are generally 4'x8', so your local building…
…any single opening larger than one 4'x8' sheet of plywood. Fastening to House For hardware, you'll…

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…installing storm shutters or temporary plywood covers to protect windows. These are…
…on their own. Install Shutters or Plywood Window Covers High winds and windblown…
…or, as shown in the figure, temporary plywood covers. Permanent storm shutters can…

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…during the rainy season. There are many emergency services that will do this for you. Materials such as plastic tarpaulins and plywood can be obtained at any local home improvement store. Eliminate standing water. Adequate drainage outside, adjacent to…

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…wall. Screws pull material together and won t pull out. Storm-Ready Building Codes It s not just Florida that needs protection…
…Andrew, numerous other states have followed suit by adopting storm-ready building codes of their own. According to the International…

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… From a best practice standpoint, connecting roof to truss and truss to the rest of the house is critical to creating a storm-ready home. O Connor says using the appropriate metal connector hardware to fasten the truss to the top plate of the wall, whether…

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If you or someone you know has a disability, take the time to prepare evacuation plans, have necessary medical supplies on hand, and a power backup for any equipment in case of a storm or emergency.

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