3 Key Factors To Consider When Selecting Roof Trusses
Roof trusses are a key part of a stable and structurally sound modern home. Most roof truss designs feature wood, mainly lumber, over metal, as it is lightweight and easy to transport/install. However, before choosing the right type of roof truss for a particular property, it is important to take some factors into consideration. This blog covers 3 such key factors that can make or break the roof truss design for a particular space.
What To Consider When Choosing Roof Trusses?
1. Type Of Roof
The first thing to consider is what type of roof the property will have? Is it a hip roof, a gambrel roof, or perhaps a gable? Knowing this is key as it will determine the type of roof truss to be installed on-site. For instance, hip roofs demand the use of hip trusses, gambrel roofs are compatible with gambrel roof trusses and gables with the classic gable roof truss. While these are some common types of roofs used in North America, the list is not exhaustive by any means. Customized roofs might require an unconventional truss to offer the proper support.
2. Type Of Ceiling
Another factor that comes into play when selecting roof trusses is the type of ceiling. For instance, some types of specialized ceilings, such as vaulted or pitched ceilings, will require a specific type of roof truss, which, in this case, is a scissor truss. Moreover, it might not be so straightforward in all cases, as each building is erected differently. However, both the ceiling and the type of roof must be considered before moving ahead with a roof truss.
3. Attic Space
Lastly, another factor to consider when it comes to picking out roof trusses is the type of attic. Do you want your attic space to be used as a room beneath the truss, where it can store goods, or used as an extra room in the house? In that case, it will also impact truss selection, as it will be exposed yet functional.
While these three are the main factors, roof truss selection also covers a multitude of other factors, such as the type of material, the type of roof covering, such as shingles or asphalt and more.
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