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Roof Trusses

Roof Trusses provide structural support for your roof and for your home. They are not visible when looking up at a house but they are a very essential part of the construction. The Roof Truss, also referred to as the rafter is the frame of the roof which holds the walls in place and gives structure to the house. They are normally triangular shaped and connected together with timber or galvanised metal shapes. They can either span between block work or be built into the wall construction. Wooden trusses are more common in domestic properties but galvanised metal, mainly steel is used more frequently in commercial properties due to it being good value for money, strong, weather durable and easy to repair. As Roof Trusses are such a massive part of the construction of the house, it is imperative that they are to the correct quality and standards needed in order to provide support for the roof, so the rest of the structure does not become affected. It is important that when you are a...