Benefits of Floor Trusses
When it comes time to remodeling a floor or coming up with a floor plan for a new home, it is important to focus on the durability and quality of the products you choose to use. Flooring systems usually incorporate trusses or joists, which provides support and stability to the flooring above. Below we have listed some key reasons on why you should choose floor trusses over floor joists.
1. Quality Comes First
When you choose manufactured floor trusses, quality from the factory all the way to arriving at the jobsite will stay the same. Trusses also have a smaller chance of twisting, warping and shrinkage when made in a factory. Homeowners benefit by this because the trusses improve floor performance and will be less prone to squeaks.
2. Contractor-Friendly
Floor trusses are easy to work with for many different reasons. With a wider nailing surface, it makes attachments for sheathing quicker and easier. Having open space between the webs and chords of the trusses will give you an advantage when installing HVAC, electrical, and plumbing runs. This eliminates the process of drilling holes.
3. Design Versatility
Another great advantage of choosing floor trusses over joists is the precision that goes into each truss. They can be specifically made to have deeper or shallower depths. This is extremely helpful if you are looking for a more flexible floor plan but at the same time creates a more solid floor.
4. Less Waste
Floor trusses are made with small pieces of wood that are specifically designed for the purpose it’s going towards. This kind of practice helps keep waste at a minimum, which makes floor trusses a more sustainable product than floor joists. Little to no alterations also leads to a faster installation.
YBC offers manufactured roofing and flooring trusses, as well as wall panels. All trusses and panels are sourced and manufactured in-house, to supply your building material needs quickly and efficiently. Click here to learn more about our truss & wall panel manufacturing.