Are you wondering why using a roof truss does make sense? Well, first and foremost, there are special building codes that require proper design and installation of roof truss for safety purposes. Not only the use of engineered roof trusses complies to legal requirements but it offers plenty of benefits.
There are some roof truss designs that provide longer spans, requiring fewer load-bearing interior walls. This creates open floor plans so you will have more living spaces to enjoy. In addition, you can also reduce labor costs for your construction project. This is because compared to other roof suspension systems, installing engineered roof trusses is easier. Likewise, the time needed to install them is much less and can even be done in just a day. They can be prefabricated off-site near the location and be delivered complete and ready to be erected using lightweight construction equipment.
When it comes to the use of materials, you can also save a good amount on spending on other building materials. It’s because when using engineered roof trusses, your roofing system will need lighter and cheaper materials to complete the structure. In terms of the roof truss cost, there are certain factors that affect the final price. But on average, a typical house may need a truss system that can cost around $10,000 - $15,000. This figure takes into account the use of good quality lumber so as not to compromise the overall structural integrity of your house. It can go lower or higher the above cost range, depending on other factors.
In general, the use of conventional framing will cost as much as 60% more than using prefabricated roof trusses. While you may want to save on the total cost of your construction, it’s advisable not to save on the cost of raw materials for your roof truss system if you want to achieve stability of the structure. You can save on other things such as opting for a practical yet strong pitch roof that maximizes the use of any available lumber you have. But never do so with the quality of the lumber you use to have the best support for your home’s roofing.