Civil Engineering Reference
In-Depth Information
It will be noted from the above brief description that on both the TDA and the trussed
rafter roofs no attempt has been made to give a detailed description of conversion because
this must be designed by a structural engineer. In both cases the basic rafter and ceiling
ties have been left undisturbed.
Roof Replacement
With attic trussed rafters, prefabricated in a factory (now so commonly and economically
available), a roof replacement is a much simpler and quicker operation than may at first be
thought. Most trussed rafter manufacturers can provide a 'whole' roof design
