Find Out How the Stone Truss Code Helps Building Contractors
Throughout the workspaces at Stone Truss are posters listing the company’s Code of Conduct. Among them are reminders to “Take pride in your work” and “Never settle for mediocre work; strive for perfection.” To Stone Truss designers and craftspeople, the reminders are more than words; they’re a reinforcement and commitment to doing the job right the first time. What the Stone Truss Code of Conduct Means for Construction Contractors and Those Ready to Build or RenovateWhether you’re building a new structure or need a new roof or flooring system, working with Stone Truss means less stress, and having the job done on-time to your specifications.
How Are Trusses Manufactured?
Many builders use both roof and Floor trusses in San Diego homes and businesses for their convenience and cost-savings. In fact, Truss manufacturers in San Diego have grown in number in recent years due to the boom in building and the demand for even more truss products. However, very few people, including many builders, really understand exactly what happens during the truss manufacturing process. Here is a quick overview of the steps to creating sturdy floor and roof trusses. · Step 1: Design. Before any wood is cut or any nails or screws are driven, it is important to know that the truss to be made is designed precisely to the builder’s specifications.
Why Knowing Roof Pitch is So Important
One of the most important aspects of the design of your home, business or other structure is the pitch of its roof. The pitch refers to the slope of your roof. In addition to determining the aesthetics of your structure, its roof pitch will also play a large role in your roofing system’s overall performance and how efficiently it will steer water and debris away from the roof. How Roof Pitch is Expressed When talking with your building contractor, the roof pitch will be expressed as a measurement that’s determined by calculating the rising vertical inches for every 12 inches it stretches horizontally. For example, a 6/12 roof pitch refers to a roof that rises six inches for every 12 inches in runs straight across.
Stone Truss Stays at Cutting Edge With New FWA Floor Saw
With more than 60 years of combined professional experience, the San Diego wood truss manufacturer Stone Truss knows the value of precision and efficiency. That’s why they’ve added the powerful Monet DeSauw, FWA 500 Floor component saw to its portfolio. Specializing in floor and roof truss design, Stone Truss has long been the supplier of choice for San Diego and beyond.
Stone Truss Strengthens Design Team
In its ongoing efforts to strengthen the services it provides to builders throughout Southern California, Stone Truss is excited to announce two additions to its design team. 20-Year-Veteran Daren Hayashi Joins Stone Truss Darren Hayashi has joined Stone Truss after serving for 18 years as a senior designer and manager for a truss manufacturer in Hawaii. In addition to designing trusses for commercial and residential customers, Hayashi has more than two decades of extensive experience in practically every aspect of the truss and lumber industry, including:
What Are The Pros of Truss Roofing vs. Rafter Roofing?
About 75 percent of all new construction these days utilizes the truss method of roofing rather than rafter or stick-built roofing. One reason for the popularity of the truss roof system in San Diego is that it takes much less time to build homes and businesses with this method. However, there are many other benefits to truss roofing over traditional rafter roofing that make this a great choice for many builders. What Are the Pros of Truss Roofing? There are several “pros” when it comes to choosing truss-style roofing for a home or commercial building.
Nighttime Christmas Parade and Holiday Cheer from Stone Truss
The Stone Truss family is all about making others happy, and we had a great time bringing holiday cheer as we participated in the recent Fallbrook Christmas Parade. Cherish the Holiday Season The holidays are such a special time. A time for reflecting; giving thanks for all life has to offer; and celebrating our time with families, friends, extended families and workmates. There’s a reason for why ours is often called America’s Finest City.
Did You Know Stone Truss Doesn’t Charge for Truss Calculations?
Well before the foundation is set for your new home or building, you’ll need to have a building permit approved by the local municipality. Building permits can be far more complicated than just entering standard information. Take a look at the permit submittal form required by the City of San Diego.
With Detailed Truss Installation Guidance, Nothing is Left to Chance
Stone Truss provides each project we produce with an informational Jobsite Package from the Structural Building Components Association (SBCA). The details in the packet provide step-by-step instructions for the handling and installation of the delivered truss, as well as other vital information. What is the Structural Building Components Association? The SBCA is the sole international trade association that represents manufacturers of structural building components. In addition to truss manufactures, SBCA membership also includes lumber suppliers, builders, engineers, and other professionals in the building profession. Why is the Jobsite Package information so important?
How Can Trusses Save Me Money on My Roof Design?
However, it is sometimes not apparent exactly how much money a builder will save by using trusses instead of rafters in the construction of a roof. This is because several factors affect the savings of using trusses. Labor. One of the biggest savings offered by Roof Truss Manufacturers in San Diego is in the form of decreased labor. Trusses simply take fewer workers and less time to install than rafters due to the fact that they are pre-assembled and delivered to the building site at the time requested.
