Roof Framing Systems

Stick framed roofs utilize individual rafters that span from the top of exterior walls to the ridge.

Roof framing systems.

A timber frame roof built on site. A roof system is the structure that forms the roof of a building. A prefabricated truss roof in which major components are constructed in a factory and then assembled on site. Deck exterior and interior load bearing walls beams girders posts and floor framing.

Overhangs hips and dormers add greatly to the complexity of the framing. With a management team boasting over 60 years experience in the roofing industry rsl has quickly become a best in class company in a highly competitive roofing industry. Superior energy efficiency a stronger structural profile and enhanced compliance with strengthened codes make tophat s retrofit solutions the smartest choice. Shear walls or steel moment frames in homes with large windows or other large openings provide the strength to resist lateral loads.

Nearly all roofs are framed using one of two methods. In australia the roof system may be made up of. Stick truss roof framing. While most home builders will outsource the construction of roofing trusses the rafter supports of the roof itself learning to frame a roof yourself is one of the true arts of carpentry and a basic primer is covered below.

Let tophat framing systems design the best retrofit roof system for your unique project. Residential structures framing systems typically consist of the roof structure that supports the roof. And tophat s personalized. Standard stick framing or the newer truss framing.