Truss Request From Menards Stores

Truss Request From Menards Stores
Guests Name:
Zip Code of Project:
Project Start Date:
Store Number:
Email:
Team Member:
Guests Phone #:
Store Name:
Ask for an Electronic copy (PDF if possible) of the plan. Forward PDF to MM Truss.
Do not make copies of PDF and scan copies as they are hard to read.
Before you Begin
Please be sure to visit the Midwest Manufacturing website’s Truss Design page. There
you will be able to request a quote and submit your blueprints. Once on the main site,
go to Services and click on Truss Design. Under the image is a button to request a quote.
Between the image and the quote button is a link for you to submit your blueprints
through.
Small changes to a plan can create large differences in pricing, if our design team is able to slightly
modify your plan to give you the most economical truss package would you like them to make
adjustments?
No, follow the plan exactly__________
Yes, all changes will be noted on the estimate and plans ___________
Roof Truss Information
Determine if plan calls out trusses or hand framing. Trussing a hand framed plan may change the look
of the building. (circle one)
Trusses
Hand Framed
Dimensions can be measured from either the exterior of the framing or the exterior plywood sheeting.
(circle one)
Framing to Framing
Sheeting to sheeting
The bearing wall is the framing that supports the trusses.
What size is your bearing wall? (circle one) 2 x 4
2x6
Overhang width: Eave
Other:
Gable
Requested pitch(s)?
Are there multiple pitches?
8
Yes
No
8
12
10
or
SLOPE
10/12
On multiple pitches do fascia lines match?
Fascia
Lines
Are end trusses standard, dropped, or vaulted?
Standard
End Truss
Dropped
End Truss
Vaulted
End Truss
Are all dimensions of vaults, trays, or pans noted on plan?
Vaults can add an average of 5-10% to the cost of the trusses.
Vaulted Ceiling
27'
Ceiling Tray
20'
27'
Tray/pan ceilings can add an average10-30% to the cost of the trusses in the tray/pan area. Increase
depends on tray/pan height and distance from walls.
Are dormers on plan structural or cosmetic?
Dormers
Dormers require girder trusses on each side. 4-6’ dormers add an average of 5% to the cost, 8-10’ dormers add an average of 10%. 12’ or wider need special pricing.
If there are skylights, do they fit between trusses? (22 1/2” wide or less)
If not, what size are they?
Are there different wall heights?
Are the wall height differences noted?
Are valleys trussed or hand-framed?
Valley
Depends upon number of valleys, but this can affect the package price by 8-10%.
Include Hip-blocking Frames for hips with dropped top chords?
Dropped Top Chord
Hip-blocking Frame
Hip-blocking frames cost approx. $2.47 per lineal foot of hip span. EX: Hip-blocking frame for a 26’
hip set would cost $64.13. Adds 2.5-5% cost of hipset.
Does the plan call out LVL’s for roof and/or floor support?
Will the Menards store supply the called out LVL’s?
Multi-ply girder: Plied at the plant or will guest ply them at the jobsite?
Is there access (stairs or doorway) to all areas using RIA trusses?
Are energy heels required?
Regular Truss
Heel size requested:
Heel Size
Std. 6” Heels
7” Heels
7 1/2”-16” Heels
+2%
+5%
+12%
Energy Heel Truss
If fireplace(s) are structural (real stone, brick, or mortar) are there footings?
Fireplace Footing
Fireplace
Any appliances (furnaces, air conditioners, or large stone islands) located IN or ON the trusses?
Floor Truss Information
Quote requests for floor framing require a foundation plan that shows footings.
Usage of floor: (circle one)
Residential
Office
Hotel
Church
Roof Deck
Other
Will floor trusses require hold-back on exterior walls for sheathing or insulation or both?
If yes, what is the hold-back?
Is a Duct Chase required?
(Location to be determined by guest and desinger)
Ductwork
Chase
What is the depth and spacing requested for floor trusses or I-Joists?
Do any of the following apply: (circle) Tile floors Quartz or granite countertops
(These may affect depth, spacing, and loading of floor system)
Any Gypcrete on top of floor?
Special Requests
How thick?
Large kitchen islands
Requested Deflection L\