Gable Roof Truss Calculator

Use of manufactured roof trusses can dramatically cut labor costs when framing a gable roof compared to building rafters.

Trusses can be constructed with smaller sized lumber than rafters and often their cost is not significantly higher than normal rafters.

Since they can be nailed directly in place much less labor is required compared to bird mouth, plumb, and tail cuts on individual rafters.

Since ridge girts can't be used with roof trusses, 1x3 strapping can be used to temporarily tie the trusses together during the erection process.

Our roof truss calculator can be used to aid you in the purchase of your trusses by determining the quantity of trusses and lineal feet required.