On Tue, 7 Sep 2004 18:28:31 -0500, "JerryMouse"
wrote:


I don't think so. New construction ( 10 years) in Florida mandates
roof-anchoring construction.



And they help but they aren't the be all end all answer to the
problem. They don't do a thing to help hold down the shingles and
plywood (although the new codes require the plywood or particle board
to be much better attached). If the wind is powerful enough the
anchors will give or the wood will give. Either way the hurricane can
win.

Steve B.