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Roof/Eave blocking question

New postby Marc M on Thu Jul 15, 2010 12:21 pm

Jerry,
Just a little confused.
09 IRC R806 speaks to blocking under the eave. I understand these blocks as fireblocking is that a correct assumption?
Furthermore, the section speaks to ventilation which IMO may interrupt the integrity of a fire block but is in some cases a necessity, however, is the 1/16" opening in the vent to eliminate embers etc... which makes it acceptable?
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Re: Roof/Eave blocking question

New postby Marc M on Thu Jul 15, 2010 9:07 pm

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