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    New Truss Roof Over Existing Ceiling Structure?

    Thanks for both of your input and suggestions. Oddly enough, the ceilings are 5/8” sheetrock (old sheetrock). While I haven’t seen if the rafters were bird mouth cut, I’d have to guess and say yes the ceiling joists are trimmed at their tops, which is one of the reasons I was headed in the...
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    New Truss Roof Over Existing Ceiling Structure?

    Hello All, I’m a remodeling contractor in San Antonio, Texas who specializes in handicap modifications and adaptation. I’ve been working on a pro-bono project off and on for the last year for a family who needs (and wants) several changes to their late 1940’s home on a limited VA funding...

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