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How would you correct this, two roof rafters twisted

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Montreal
5/31/2021 at 10:31:05 PM

Two roof rafters twisted extremely bad, 1 contractor reroof house, siding and electrical. Stated they installed bracings and collar ties and wont have any more movement. Is this really a sensible repair? How can one fix this? Had two contractors state could try blocking them what would you suggest?

How would you correct this, two roof rafters twisted
How would you correct this, two roof rafters twisted
How would you correct this, two roof rafters twisted
How would you correct this, two roof rafters twisted
How would you correct this, two roof rafters twisted
How would you correct this, two roof rafters twisted
How would you correct this, two roof rafters twisted
How would you correct this, two roof rafters twisted
How would you correct this, two roof rafters twisted
How would you correct this, two roof rafters twisted
How would you correct this, two roof rafters twisted
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Date/Time6/2/2021 at 3:07:13 AM

I would add an 8' length of lumber matching the dimensions of the trusses. And attach them with 2 1/2" screws. Two every 8".

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