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.

In Episode 11 of the Building My Dream Workshop series, I tour a truss manufacturing plant to see how roof trusses are built, then begin installing them on the workshop structure. This episode ...

Dear James: I want to use my attic area for storage and a new room addition I am planning. My contractor says the trusses will block the space. Is he correct? — Jason U. Dear Jason: Look for a new ...

Watch as a skilled builder constructs a wooden cabin from the ground up in a peaceful forest setting. This step-by-step guide walks you through timber framing, building sturdy walls, and assembling ...