Roof trusses

It goes without saying that no one wants to feel cold at home, particularly during Quebec’s bitter winters. Since warm air tends to rise more easily than cold air, your attic insulation needs to [...]

Scissor trusses are usually used in building construction to support a pitched roof with a sloped or raised ceiling surface. The bottom chords of scissor trusses cross over each other, connecting [...]

Building a home – or adding something new to it – implies thinking of possible life changes that may require more interior space in the future. It could be the birth of a child or adding a new [...]

Roof trusses are becoming increasingly popular with homeowners who want to expand their homes in a charming way. Some DIYers want to build their own roof trusses. The first step is to respect the [...]

Almost everyone has experienced confusion in choosing a wood type for a particular purpose. Unless you’re an expert, finding your way around can be difficult because of the wide range of [...]

Are you wondering, “What in the world is a roof truss?” Then you’ve come to the right place! In this article, our prefabricated wood structure experts will answer this (common!) question and tell [...]

A building’s roof frame supports the roof and protects the building’s inhabitants from the elements. This structure needs to be renovated from time to time, especially when it’s old or no longer [...]

Are you looking for information about building a timber frame? Have you come across the term “rafter” while reading or in conversation and wondered what exactly it means? In this article, our [...]

Are you thinking of adding a wooden extension to your house? What a great idea! Construction projects that use timber frames are often faster, less expensive and more eco-friendly. To help you [...]

If you are planning to construct or renovate a building, you may need to use a technique known as shoring. In this article, our structural experts explain what shoring is and how to support a [...]