Does Threaded Rod Work for Anchor Bolts?

Using threaded rod as a substitute for anchor bolts is not permitted by building code, according to a foundation subcontractor's assertion. The article explores whether this restriction is accurate and what the code actually requires.

Q: When anchor bolts are out of stock at our local lumberyard, we frequently use lengths of threaded rod that we’ve cut and bent ourselves. A new foundation subcontractor recently said this is not permissible by code. Is he right? A: Mac Hampson, a multi-trade building inspector in Wilmington,…

This story was originally published by JLC Online.