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Stone Truss provides each project we produce with an informational Jobsite Package from the Structural Building Components Association (SBCA).

The details in the packet provide step-by-step instructions for the handling and installation of the delivered truss, as well as other vital information.

What is the Structural Building Components Association?
The SBCA is the sole international trade association that represents manufacturers of structural building components.

In addition to truss manufactures, SBCA membership also includes lumber suppliers, builders, engineers, and other professionals in the building profession.

Why is the Jobsite Package information so important?
Here at Stone Truss, we’re committed to ensuring the safe and proper installation of our trusses. Each Jobsite Package contains detailed information in English and Spanish on every aspect of each truss that’s being delivered, including:

• Guidelines and a checklist for the handling, installation, restraint and bracing of the truss
• Information on safe stack heights, as well as illustrations for good and bad loading practices
• Guidance on how to properly report any damage to the truss (including modifications and installation errors)
• Details on uplift and lateral resistance capacities for toe-nailed connections of 2, 3, 4 or 5 nails for various types (other connection options are also included for when toe-nailing is not enough)
• Information for framing crews on how to assess potential fall hazards when installing trusses.

This detailed and easy-to-follow information is a crucial part to making sure the installation of the roof or floor truss goes as efficiently as possible.

Regardless of who is at fault, errors sometimes do occur. With this information, though, any errors can be corrected by protocol on the fly, making the job more likely to be completed on time and within code requirements.

Discover More About How Stone Truss Makes Building Easier.
Even though we have more than 150 years of combined experience on staff, we’re continually looking for ways to make the manufacturing and installation of trusses as easier and effective as possible.

That includes making sure each Stone Truss product is accompanied with a SBCA Jobsite Package. By following the directions, nothing is left to chance.

To discover more about what we offer and how we can help you, call Stone Truss at 760-967-6171. You can also reach us online and via email.

Well before the foundation is set for your new home or building, you’ll need to have a building permit approved by the local municipality.

Building permits can be far more complicated than just entering standard information.

Take a look at the permit submittal form required by the City of San Diego.

In this issue, the roofing and flooring experts here at Stone Truss will talk more about building permits, and how we can help.

What Is The Purpose of a Building Permit?
Requirements of a building permit will differ from state to state and from city to city. They’ll be designed to ensure that all individual local standards are followed.

Areas of concern usually revolve around zoning issues, environmental concerns, and the protection of health, safety and surrounding property.

What Types of Work Requires a Permit?
Again, projects that require a permit will vary from location to location. However, if you’re merely painting inside or changing the cabinets, you probably don’t need a permit.

Any form of construction – whether it’s for a new home or structure, or a refurb of an existing one – you’ll definitely need a permit.

I Heard Stone Truss Does not Charge extra for providing the calculations for Trusses required by the Building Department; Is That True?
The fees associated with securing building permits can eat into your overall budget – sometimes taking up as much as 18 percent of total costs.

Here at Stone Truss, our specialty is custom designed and built wood trusses for floor and roof components. As you look at the building permit required by the City of San Diego linked above, pay attention to step #2 for “Structural Calculations and/or Truss Calculations.”

Because construction calculations can be tricky, Stone Truss is proud to handle the completion of that aspect of your building permit, With No additional cost to you, with the purchase of the trusses from Stone Truss. An initial deposit will be put towards the final cost.

To Discover How We Can Save You Even More Money With Your Construction, Call the Wood Truss Experts At Stone Truss.
We’re happy to work with you on costs associated with securing permits for new construction. With our expert design team and skilled builders, there’s plenty of ways we can save you money with the building of your new home or building.

To learn more, call Stone Truss at 760-967-6171. You can also reach us online and via email.

The Stone Truss family is all about making others happy, and we had a great time bringing holiday cheer as we participated in the recent Fallbrook Christmas Parade.

Cherish the Holiday Season

The holidays are such a special time.

A time for reflecting; giving thanks for all life has to offer; and celebrating our time with families, friends, extended families and workmates.

There’s a reason for why ours is often called America’s Finest City. It’s definitely our pleasure to have met so many of our fellow San Diegans. Because of the business we’re in, we’ve literally played a vital role in putting a roof over their heads!

We hope you feel the warmth of love and kinship this holiday season. May your heart be wrapped with cheer, and your mind filled with celebration and excited anticipation for the New Year.

Merry Christmas! from all of us here at Stone Truss!

One of the most important aspects of the design of your home, business or other structure is the pitch of its roof. The pitch refers to the slope of your roof.

In addition to determining the aesthetics of your structure, its roof pitch will also play a large role in your roofing system’s overall performance and how efficiently it will steer water and debris away from the roof.

How Roof Pitch is Expressed
When talking with your building contractor, the roof pitch will be expressed as a measurement that’s determined by calculating the rising vertical inches for every 12 inches it stretches horizontally.

For example, a 6/12 roof pitch refers to a roof that rises six inches for every 12 inches in runs straight across.

The Differences in Roof Pitches
Each structure will have its own roof pitch, and its own pros and cons.

Low-pitched roofs typically require less materials but more work must be done to remove water and debris. Also, with low-pitch roofs it’s easier to later install add-ons, such as rooftop gardens and solar panels.

For commercial buildings, low-pitched roofs are especially attractive because they essentially provide owners with an extra floor. This can be used any number of ways, including storing sizeable mechanical equipment.

Steep-pitched roofs require far less daily maintenance, since debris and water simply roll off directly into the gutters. Also, steep-pitched roofs provide owners with far more design options and more vertical space.

Because steep-pitched roofs at an angle, they’re likely to be more energy efficient and have longer lifespans than their low-pitched counterparts.

For Your Roof and Floor Truss Needs, Call the San Diego Wood Truss Experts with Stone Truss
For more than 30 years, we’ve designed the best wood trusses in Southern California.

If you’re ready to build a new home, commercial building or some other structure, our design team will work with you to make sure your construction desires are in line with the actual design.

Then, we’ll custom build your wood roof or floor truss to your specifications and deliver it on-site and on-schedule.

Get in touch with Stone Truss by calling (760) 967-6171, sending an email or by completing our online form.