LGT Restoration-Third Nail Guy | General Contractors & Roofing in Fort Myers, FL 33967

Third-nail truss mitigation is the process of adding a specific, required third nail to the metal straps that connect your roof trusses to the wall plates. For homes built before 2002 in Florida, this crucial reinforcement was not mandated by the building code at the time. Given our local exposure to tropical storms and high winds, this retrofit significantly strengthens your roof's wind resistance. Completing this service with a licensed contractor like LGT Restoration often allows homeowners to provide documentation to their insurer, potentially leading to substantial premium savings.

Absolutely. We provide roof repair and inspection services for issues like storm-related leaks and valley leaks common in Fort Myers. While fixing the immediate leak is a priority, a storm event is also a good time to consider a broader wind mitigation inspection. We can assess if underlying structural connections, like the truss straps, were compromised or were insufficient from the start. Addressing both the repair and the potential need for a truss retrofit can prevent future damage and may improve your home's insurability and insurance costs.

Our process is designed for minimal disruption. Our licensed technicians perform the retrofit almost entirely from your attic space or through the soffit (the underside of your roof overhang), so we rarely need to access your living areas. For most single-level homes, the work can be completed efficiently in this manner. We begin with a thorough inspection to confirm the need and viability of the retrofit. Once complete, we provide you with the proper documentation, including details of our license (CGC1507580), for your insurance company.