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SHEAR (DIAGONAL) BRACING RECOMMENDED: 
Diagonal or shear bracing helps prevent buildings from "racking" or swaying. This type movement usually cracks walls and siding and weakens the structure in general. Diagonal bracing comes in many forms and is not always readily recognizable to the layman.





Examples are stucco, drywall, plaster, plywood and other sidings which are properly lathed and/or nailed, boards and metal straps nailed diagonally into the frame, etc. Each of these items constitutes diagonal bracing but none are necessarily allowed by building codes unless properly installed, spaced and nailed. In many earthquake prone areas most buildings sorely need more diagonal bracing. Plywood siding such as "T 1-11," which is a grooved siding, is one of the more common sidings nailed to the frame and expected to perform as shear bracing.

In some of the more moderate earthquakes in California it was noted that this material popped off, nails and all. It seemed that the problem was that the builders did not nail the material sufficiently at the edges and in the field. In this particular case the inspector may be referring to the need for more nails on this type siding. Diagonal "let-in" bracing is usually found within the walls of a structure and may not be visible to the inspector. However, this item will be checked if any racking movement is noted. Diagonal bracing is generally easy to install unless it is to be installed within a finished wall.

Metal bracing straps are available at all Building Supply Outlets and are easy to install if access can be gained. It is important that the brace be nailed at the top and bottom plates as well as to the wall studs. Beefing up the nailing of plywood siding is easy. Be sure to use 8 penny hot dipped galvanized nails.

Nail the center of the plywood (the field) as close to the center of the studs as possible at 8 inch intervals and nail at 6 inch intervals around the edges. It is recommended that you contact a Building Repair and Maintenance Company for additional assistance if needed. 





 

 


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