MAMEWorld Forums - The Loony Bin - Re: A third garage update, without an update...

> > - If your outer wall plywood will overhang your sill plate, make sure to put some
> > flashing covering the sill and any stem wall concrete that will be covered. This
> will
> > prevent moisture from wicking up the ply if it contacts the concrete. It's cheap,
> and
> > will save you headache if you plan on being in the garage for some time.
>
>
> If I understand you correctly, this should be building code. The sheathing should
> overlap the rim joists and be securely fastened. This is probably the difference
> between a house that is damaged or wiped off of the map during a tornado. Of course
> the rim joists / sill need to be anchored to the foundation properly too. The ties
> for the roof trusses are a good idea too.

I haven't come across any code by me requiring flashing between stem wall and sheathing on an accessory structure, and surprisingly not many professionals I've talked to do it. From all I've seen, it ~should~ be done every time. No rim joists on a detached garage, just a PT 2x6 sill, and a 2x4 sole at the base of the studs...

Joists AND trusses will be tied, not code here but a damned good idea as well. Anchoring now is at least every 4ft, but I'll be shooting in a few more to make a "certain someone" happy....