Truss Damage Repairs
Truss Damage Repairs
Truss Damage Repair by Licensed Structural Engineers – Florida Experts
Need urgent truss damage repair in Florida? Our licensed forensic and structural engineers at Forensic Engineer Florida specialize in identifying, reporting, and repairing truss damage in residential, commercial, and industrial structures. Whether caused by weather, fire, construction defects, or overloading, we restore your building’s safety and compliance—fast.
What Is Truss Damage Repairs?
Roof and floor trusses are engineered components that support your building’s structure. Damage can result from:
Improper roof modifications
Termite or water damage
Hurricane or wind uplift
Fire or excessive heat
Overloaded HVAC systems
Cutting, drilling, or notching during renovations
Ignoring truss damage is a major structural risk. The Florida Building Code requires repairs to be reviewed and sealed by a licensed engineer.
Why Choose Us for Truss Damage Repair?
✅ Licensed Structural & Forensic Engineers in Florida
✅ 30+ Years of Experience in roof truss failure investigations
✅ Engineer-Sealed Repair Plans & Reports
✅ Emergency Response Available across Florida
✅ Work with contractors, homeowners, attorneys, and insurance adjusters
Our Truss Damage Repair Process
1. Inspection & Diagnosis
We assess visible and hidden truss damage using:
Visual evaluation
Infrared thermal imaging
Moisture readings
Load path analysis
2. Repair Engineering
Our engineers provide a custom truss damage repair plan stamped and sealed for permit approval, including:
Truss reinforcement or replacement specs
Connection design (gusset plates, fasteners)
Structural load re-evaluation
3. Final Verification
We inspect contractor work and issue a completion letter or certification, satisfying local building departments.
Signs You May Have Truss Damage
🔹 Roof sagging or bowing
🔹 Ceiling cracks or separation
🔹 Popping sounds in attic or roof
🔹 Mold, leaks, or rot in attic wood
🔹 Modifications done without permits
Types of Trusses We Repair
Gable trusses
Mono trusses
Scissor trusses
Attic trusses
Floor trusses
Prefab engineered wood systems (TJI, LVL)
Who We Serve
🏠 Homeowners
🏢 Property Managers & HOAs
🛠️ General Contractors
⚖️ Insurance & Legal Teams
🏗️ Developers
Service Areas
We provide truss inspection and repair services throughout:
Orlando
Daytona Beach
Tampa
Jacksonville
West Palm Beach
Miami
Gainesville
All Central and West Florida counties
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is a permit required for truss repair in Florida?
Yes, and a repair plan sealed by a structural engineer is usually required for approval.
Can I sell my house with truss damage?
You must disclose it, and buyers/lenders may require an engineer-certified repair before closing.
How much does truss repair cost?
It depends on the extent of damage and access. We provide cost-effective engineered solutions.
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Truss Damage Repair Drawings
Truss damage repairs are engineered components design and repair details prepared after a truss failure. When damaged or altered this can affect the structural integrity of the roof system. Localized structural damage to one or two trusses will typically not result in structural failure of the roof system but could cause the roof or ceiling to sag. In residential construction, this can also be a problem when selling a house because home inspectors often find damaged roof trusses which need to be fixed by truss damage repairs details.
Because trusses are engineered components, typical building codes specify that repairs or alterations must be designed by a registered design professional. In most cases, that would be a Licensed Professional Engineer with experience in roof truss damage repairs and details of designing repairs or alterations to trusses.
Roof Truss Damage Repairs Florida
Roof trusses are engineered components. When damaged or altered this can affect the structural integrity of the roof system. Localized damage to one or two trusses will typically not result in structural failure of the roof system but could cause the roof or ceiling to sag. In residential construction, this can also be a problem when selling a house because home inspectors often find damaged or roof trusses. Because trusses are engineered components, typical building codes specify that repairs or alterations must be designed by a registered design professional. In most cases that would be a Licensed Professional Engineer with experience in designing repairs or alterations to trusses.
Wood Truss Repair Drawings
Typical truss repairs consist of a number of members, chords, and webs that are connected together with metal plates. Relatively small metal teeth protrude from the plates and the. plates are pressed into the wood members using thousands of pounds of force for each joint. It is tempting to look at these plates and assume that a few nails would do the same job, but that is not the case. It takes many nails to equal the capacity of a typical connector plate. When using nails to join truss members, it is also necessary to use lumber, plywood, or Oriented Strand Board (OSB) to join the members. Sometimes structural screws are also used for truss repairs. For typical roof trusses used in light-frame construction, bolts are usually not used because of spacing requirements. Even when nails or structural screws are used, spacing must be considered and the fasteners used at the repaired joint or member extend much further from the joint or crack than a metal connector plate.
We have performed many roof truss damage repairs. We also have the capability to perform complete engineering details and drawings for roof truss damage repairs. Sometimes it is more cost-effective or expedient for BCI to design, perform, and certify the repairs instead of designing the repairs, producing the necessary documentation to provide to a contractor, and then inspecting the repairs. It is not uncommon for contractors to overlook necessary requirements. It is also sometimes difficult to correct improperly performed repairs.