The raised heel roof truss reduces condensation problems since the truss creates a vapor barrier and is commonly seen in humid climates where mold is a common issue.
Residential names of roof trusses.
Studio two bearing points truss.
Another very common roof type the hip truss is used to create a hip roof which has slopes on all four sides.
Most common types of roof trusses gable trusses.
A variety of the trusses shown above fit into the common or gable truss category including the king.
The components of a roof truss 1 wall plate bearing 2 tye beam bottom chord 3 rafter top chord 4 webs 5 purlins battens 6 apex 7 cantilever 8 clear span 9 heel 10 joints 11 nail plate 12 overhang.
6 north light roof truss 7 quadrangular roof truss 8 parallel chord roof truss 9 raised heel roof truss 10 scissor roof truss.
This truss requires a soffit siding and additional insulation work from the onset which elevates construction costs.