Dear Jason: Look for a new contractor. Special designs of roof trusses are available, some not priced much higher than standard trusses, specifically designed for attic storage areas or full rooms.

We are adding a master bedroom and family room "wing" to our house. It will have a standard pitched roof. Do you recommend having the roof stick built with lumber or using pre-made roof trusses? — Arn ...

A clear and simple breakdown of roof framing — how each beam, truss, and joint comes together to form a solid, lasting ...

A crane was used to help get 46-foot long oak logs onto the campus. But the bulk of the work will be done using axes and other medieval techniques. (WTOP/John Domen) It’s hard to dispute that the ...