Roof Truss Basics

1 year ago

You may already know that roof trusses are by far the most popular option for framing roofs on residential and…

The Benefits of Using Floor Trusses Instead of Joists

1 year ago

Using Floor trusses instead of a traditional solid joist system in the construction of a home can be a very…

How Wooden Trusses Are Made

1 year ago

Wooden trusses are by far the most popular type of roof structure material in the United States. According to recent…

How Much Weight Can A Roof Truss Hold?

2 years ago

Roof trusses are some of the strongest structures ever designed by man.  Based on ancient designs that supported huge domed…

Gable vs. Hip: Which is Better for Truss Roofing?

2 years ago

The two most popular styles of roofing that utilize wooden trusses are hips and gables.  Both styles have advantages and…

Wood Truss Terminology

2 years ago

Many people have heard of wood trusses and know that they may save a great deal of time and money…

Trusses vs. Rafters: The Real Cost Breakdown

2 years ago

You have probably heard at some time or other that trusses cost less than rafters as a roof framing option. …

How To Make Sure Your Roofing Trusses are Installed Properly

2 years ago

It is no secret why roof trusses are so popular with builders.  They offer numerous advantages over stick-built rafters, including…

Price Differences Among Roof Types

2 years ago

Builders have several options when it comes to roof types.  Generally speaking, the more complicated the roof the more expensive…

Three Advantages Of Designing Trusses

2 years ago

We all know that trusses are strong, durable and cost-effective, but many builders also believe–falsely, as it turns out–that they…