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  • Mar 9, 2007, 11:57 AM
    rmauney2000
    Convert Truss Roof over garage into 'Stick' to use space
    I have a garage with a truss roof (pre-built trusses) and I want to use the space by converting the trusses into 'stick' built.

    Is this possible? Where could I get info on supporting the roof with Headers to enlarge the space?
  • Mar 11, 2007, 01:07 AM
    nmwirez
    Quote:
    Originally Posted by rmauney2000
    I have a garage with a truss roof (pre-built trusses) and I want to use the space by converting the trusses into 'stick' built.

    Is this possible? Where could I get info on supporting the roof with Headers to enlarge the space?
    What is the truss spans would be first question... nm:)
  • Mar 12, 2007, 04:38 AM
    rmauney2000
    The dimensions of the space is:

    20' x 20' with a frame in the front.
  • Mar 12, 2007, 05:56 AM
    nmwirez
    Quote:
    Originally Posted by rmauney2000
    The dimensions of the space is:

    20' x 20' with a a frame in the front.

    1. Is the gable facing front, is it hip
    2. what's the garage header span,
    3. do the trusses have built in eave tails
    4. is truss spacing on 24 oc
    5. Is ridge blocked between truss spacing
    6. will this be under permit?
    7. what is pitch?
    Nm

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