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Thu, Apr 19, 12 at 21:33
| I installed a basic drop ceiling in my basement. I used nails in the floor joist and cable to secure/level the frame. The inspector failed me because I didn't use "proper" hardware instead of the nails. He said there are special hangers that are required by code. I was not home and didn't speak to him. I can't imagine that there is really a building code for this? Any help with maybe a specific code would be greatly appreciated.
TIA Joe |
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| Manufacturer's directions probably. |
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- Posted by andrelaplume2 (My Page) on Fri, Apr 20, 12 at 23:36
| wait...you need a permit and inspection for a 'dropped' ceiling....good greif. |
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| "My zone is: North East" That says it all. |
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- Posted by lazypup (lazypup@yahoo.com) on Sat, Apr 21, 12 at 12:57
| Actually they are just recently requiring the hangers here in the northeast, they have been required in Florida for about 10 years. Here is a photo of the hangers and the drill driver point to set them. They are available at both Home Depot & Lowes.
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| Thanks all. So is there a specific code for this? I think my town uses the national standards. |
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| "I think my town uses the national standards." Manufacturers instructions plus any other additional code requirements. |
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