Post Frame Trusses

This video covers some basic aspects of commonly used post frame trusses and the options you may want to consider when planning a post frame building.
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[@eliinthewolverinestate6729]

Scissor trusses are nice. I also like hammer trusses. Using rafters and square saddle notches for my skillion pavilion. That would be me in northern MI. A bigger over hang helps in keeping water splashing back on foundations. I usually notch my headers on post buildings and decks.

[@jpal1080]

Thanks so much for educational videos on post frame construction. Question we have found a 875 ft.house/cabin plan but want to build post frame. Should we purchase the stick built plans as is or do we need to have plans drawn specifically for post frame construction? Do we need a post frame architect or can we make the adjustments to the current plan ourselves or with a builder? We are in Lagrange KY so if you have anyone you can refer in this area that would be great. Any advice will be greatly appreciated!🙏👍

[@MilmarBuildings]

Hey there! Converting a stick built house to a post frame can be fairly simple if the layout is simple, but it would be best to have your plans drawn up by either a post frame contractor or engineer to make sure it will work well. A great place to start looking for suppliers and/or builders in your area is www.nfba.org as they have a full listing of builders you can search through. As long as your posts are spaced properly and your trusses are engineered, you should have no trouble making it pass code easily.

[@WyMc89]

Do you all ever do metal trusses? Do you have any pros or cons on them?

[@MilmarBuildings]

We have not used those, though we have looked at that option before. It seems that most of those are more engineered for southern states with lower snow loads, but it is an interesting option to consider if engineered properly!