Are Rafters pulling away from ridge in attic a problem?

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I had an home inspection doen and a rafter is not touching the ridge, with a quarter inch gap.
I don't think it pulled away. I would make a bet in this (Pulte build) subdivision of 3000 Sqft houses, that I can find that in any attic. Is the home inspector a bit zelaous?

Answer 1

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It may have been built this way since day one. That why it's called rough-in framing. Or it may result from wood shrinkage. Either way it's no big deal. If it really bothers you, install a steel connector plate.

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Thanks!

Answer 2

What is holding the rafter up? If a truss plate is in place and making a good contact with both the ridge and the rafter it may be ok. I'd contact the Building Dept. in your area and find out how it passed inspection.