How Do You Build Roof Truss Rafters?
Trusses are a very important part of your roofing system. The type of your roof will depend solely on the type of truss you intend to use. Aesthetically trusses form the shape of your roof,and determine your roof type. Their most important role is to hold decking and shingles above your head safely. Precision must be used in making a truss as a 1/4 inch mistake can cost you thousands during the life of your roof. Before discussing how to frame a truss you must decide what type of truss to use as measurements will be different for each. In new home construction many different types of truss can be built. For instance you could have a vaulted ceiling in the living room but a flat ceiling in your kitchen. This is all determined by the type of truss you have. For the sake of this How To I will assume that you are needing a double cantilever truss. Your truss dimensions are calculated by how wide your house is and how tall your roof will be. The pitch of your roof is the distance your roof
