Cheshire Correctional Institution
Clay Tile Roof Replacement and Structural Upgrades
Cheshire, CT
The Problem
- Previously built-in gutters were covered; hung gutters were not installed effectively to manage roof storm drainage
- Eave edge was previously rebuilt with inferior quality clay tile roofing and has failed resulting in fall hazards
- Snow slide caused damage to hung gutters
- Lack of proper tile shingle replacement and maintenance led to deteriorated wood plank decking and structural framing components
- Current building code renovations required structural beam augmentation for snow drift loads
Gale’s Design Services
- Tile shingle roof replacement and reconstruction of original built-in gutter; tile design included underlayment, fasteners and tiles meeting FM Global and Miami Dade requirements
- New roof storm drainage for deteriorated cast iron leaders and downspouts
- Valley beam upgrades included implementation of LVL in place of original timber beams and augmenting of existing steel rafter beams
- Snow retention system including supplemental deck attachment and reinforcing
- Various repairs and replacement of terra cotta cornice components