I get frequent emails from homeowners who want to cut into their roof trusses. I always tell them, “No, don’t do it!” ...

Q–My house was built using steeply-pitched roof trusses. There is a huge amount of wasted space up in the attic. I intend to add a room up there. Can I easily modify the trusses to create thi… ...

Elements of a king post truss: Rafters: diagonal members that lie against and are parallel to the roof; Tie beam: at the bottom of the truss, spanning from wall to wall (or rafter to rafter) ...

For a listing of 10 room sizes inside different length and pitch attic trusses, simple truss erection guidelines, and other tips on cutting common roof rafters, send $3 and your name and address ...

Dear Arn: For most homes, using roof trusses is a far better construction method than stick built roof framing. The main exception is if you plan to use the attic area for storage of large items.

DEAR TIM: I need your opinion about my roof. I’m afraid it’s going to collapse because when the wind blows it makes a scary popping noise. It actually sounds like the roof could rip off the house.

Trusses should always be kept clear of the ground and be supported by level bearers under or adjacent to the points of support. ... Lateral restraining straps and associated noggings must be fixed to ...

We are adding a master bedroom and family room "wing" to our house. It will have a standard pitched roof. Do you recommend having the roof stick built with lumber or using pre-made roof trusses?

Answer: For most homes, using roof trusses is a far better construction method than stick built roof framing. The main exception is if you plan to use the attic area for storage of large items.

Roof trusses or rafters should be tied properly to exterior walls with metal hurricane connectors or straps. If this is a concern, have a licensed engineer check the connections and use specially ...