Frame and truss guides
Plain answers to what owner builders and builders ask before they order frames and trusses: how to prepare plans, what sets the price, and how the site changes the design.
Prefabricated frames and trusses vs stick building on siteMost new homes in NSW go up with prefabricated wall frames and roof trusses. Here's how that compares with cutting the frame on site, and when each one makes sense.
What affects the price of frames and trussesWe don't publish square-metre rates, because two homes the same size can price very differently. Here's what moves the price, so you can see where the money goes and what's worth changing.
How wind, snow and bushfire ratings change your frames and trussesThree ratings on your plans shape the frames and trusses more than most people expect: the wind classification, the snow load and the BAL rating. Here's what each one means and what it changes.
How to prepare plans for a frame and truss quoteA complete set of plans gets you a faster, sharper price and fewer surprises later. Here's what to send, what we look for, and the gaps that hold quotes up.
Floor trusses vs I-joists: choosing a floor systemFor an upper floor or a suspended ground floor, the two main engineered options are floor trusses, often called posi joists, and I-joists. Both work well. Here's how they differ.
Can a glulam beam replace a steel beam?Sometimes, yes. On some jobs a glulam beam can do the work of a steel beam, depending on the span and the load. Here's how to tell, and why it's worth asking.
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Our owner builder guide covers what to send, what sets your price and how we can help with the design. For quick answers, see common questions.
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