truss question

[billconner]

I've only framed maybe a 1/2 dozen roofs, always rafters, never trusses. Can I order an odd length truss, like for top plates that are 29' 7 3/8" out to out? (dimension result of dry lay and surface bonded block) It would seem a 30' with an extra block near the heel would also work, but need the engineer to agree. 17 + 2 gables 2' on center - so more than a couple.

Thanks!

 

[TurnipTruck]

Every truss order I have ever made is totally custom to my specs and needs.

 

[firebirdparts]

You can

 

[Walkers]

You have my permission.

 

[The Tool Tyrant]

Yes, trusses are built to order. Trusses are built for the building, rather than the building built for the trusses.

 

[Michigan Mike]

If you are going with stock trusses just buy the 30 footers and cut the tails for the overhang you want.

 

[PoorUB]

I've only framed maybe a 1/2 dozen roofs, always rafters, never trusses. Can I order an odd length truss, like for top plates that are 29' 7 3/8" out to out? (dimension result of dry lay and surface bonded block) It would seem a 30' with an extra block near the heel would also work, but need the engineer to agree. 17 + 2 gables 2' on center - so more than a couple.

Thanks!

In many areas the engineer will not sign off on an altered truss, no mater how minimal the alteration is. You will most likely need to order them to size.

 

[billconner]

Thank you all who responded.

Just curious, do they tend to quote them to the next even foot size?

 

[Daniel Dudley]

No. They take your measurements, throw them into a computer, and get a full spec for the truss with all the pieces measured to a fraction of an inch. They cut all the pieces and make them to scratch. there is no point in making up a bunch and waiting for someone to want them. If you need 23 and two end trusses, they will make that. No more, no less. I get mine from my local lumber yard. I show them a plan, or give them dimensions, and I get to choose what style truss I want, or I can ask what they suggest. They talk to their truss supplier, and get back to me with a printout and a price. The printout is exactly what I will be getting, with a nice diagram, and specs.

This will make a lot more sense to you when you call your supplier, or drop in for a chat.

 

[billconner]

I did go to local family owned lumber yard less than a 1/4 mile from me, they took all the info (not much really) and never got back. I assumed and they confirmed they know local snow loads, helpful. I just thought before I went back I'd see what I could learn. Again, my thanks to everyone. Daniel, just what I thought except I didn't know about lengths to fractions of an inch.