Buying trusses, what questions to ask to protect oneself.

SRV · 2011-07-13 22:58:30

HI, Im buying trusses for a bungalow and concerned that I might have inferior quality timber used in them. What questions should I ask 'a' manufacturer and what proof/stamp/cert should I ask for? thanks very much SRV:)

13-07-2011 11:58PM

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SRV

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HI,

Im buying trusses for a bungalow and concerned that I might have inferior quality timber used in them.

What questions should I ask 'a' manufacturer and what proof/stamp/cert should I ask for?

thanks very much

SRV:)

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#2 14-07-2011 01:52AM

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#3 18-07-2011 09:40PM

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The correct handling of the trusses on site is critical.
Care should be taken during delivery to correctly store the trusses on site. Do not allow the trusses to bend or sag etc during storage.

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