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Attic truss, also known as a room-in-attic truss are a way to create a living space without the need to add a full second story to a home. These factory-built roof systems simplify a roof buildout and are engineered to meet the structural requirements of your local codes and conditions. I commonly see them used for bonus rooms over garages and integrated into slab-on-grade homes to add living space without needing to add to the height of the building.
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