Roof truss framing is a cost-effective way to build a roof. Today, more and more homebuilders use roof truss framing to save costs and build stronger roofs.
But how much do trusses cost? Today, we’re going to explain how pricing is evaluated and calculated by truss manufacturers and what you can expect when you consider purchasing a truss system for your next project.
[Notice: since this was written in 2014, the price of lumber has increased considerably and these prices are no longer exact for 2018-2019]
An average 2,600 square foot house costs…
According to the study discussed below, we can give you some approximate pricing information for truss framing. These are general figures and will change according to whichever supplier you’re working with:
-Labor costs: 112 man-hours x $20/hour average = $2,240
-Equipment costs: Crane = $500
-Total bd. ft. lumber: 10,500 x truss manufacturer’s selling price per board foot: $9,000 to $12,000
-Scrap disposal cost: 3 yards of lumber x $15/yard plus labor costs: $77
Total cost: $11,817 to $14,817
Keep in mind that these statistics are for a 2,600 square foot house. Also, these are only approximate values. Labor, equipment and materials vary in price due to cost of living in varying locations. Since cost of living is much lower here in Oklahoma and the Midwest, these prices will be lower than the national average.
