How Much Does a New Roof Truss Cost in 2025?

This article was updated using automation technology and thoroughly reviewed for accuracy by HomeAdvisor Editor Ryan Noonan.

The average roof truss cost for a standard-sized home ranges from $7,500 to $35,000 with an average total of $16,500. Final pricing hinges on materials, labor, pitch, and truss span. Because you’ll likely replace trusses only once or twice in a home’s lifetime, it pays to budget carefully and bring in a licensed roofer to keep the job safe and up to code.

What Is a Roof Truss?

Roof trusses are pre-fabricated frames that support your roof, commonly made of wood joined with steel plates. Using trusses can lower labor costs because they reduce on-site work. A standard roof truss has three main parts:

1. Bottom chord: The horizontal beam at the base.

2. Top chords: The angled beams that form the roof’s peak.

3. Webbing: The internal bracing that adds support.

Roof Truss Cost Factors

Several factors affect the cost of roof trusses, which cost $3.50 to $9.25 per linear foot. Here's what influences the pricing:

Size (Span)

The size, or span, of the truss is a key cost factor. Span refers to the length of the bottom chord from end to end. Larger trusses cost more. However, what's more important is the length of individual boards and if significant cutting and waste occur during installation.

Average roof truss pricing depends heavily on the number of boards required for their construction. Therefore, the span and pitch of the truss are only important for determining how much material and waste are necessary for construction.

For example, a 10-foot span may need just as many boards as a 12-foot span but will require more cuts and more waste, so the cost difference is minimal.

Material

Trusses are built from wood or steel. Wood is the go-to choice for most homes and runs about half the price of steel. Steel shows up more often in pole barns, commercial buildings, or designs that need extra strength.

Labor

Roofing pros charge $25 to $75 per hour to set trusses. On new construction, labor runs $4 to $10 per square foot; removing old trusses adds another $4 to $5 per square foot. Expect rates on the higher end in dense, hard-to-access urban neighborhoods.

Weight Load

Your roof trusses need to support the weight of roofing materials and any local snow loads. In areas with heavy snowfall, you'll need sturdier trusses, which can cost up to 25% more due to bulkier designs or different styles.

Pitch

A steeper roof pitch requires trusses with more lumber, which increases the cost. Higher pitches mean you'll pay more for your roof trusses.

Spacing

Most installers set trusses 24 inches on center. The longer your roof and the closer the spacing, the more individual trusses you’ll need—and the higher the overall price.

Equipment

Hiring a crane for installation costs $300 to $1,000, depending on the time required.

Disposal

Removing new construction debris costs $100 to $200. Disposing of old trusses costs $300 to $1,800.

Framing Costs by Building Type

The type of building impacts your framing costs. Here's a breakdown of costs by building type.

New Houses or Structures

Home framing costs for an average 2,000-square-foot home range between $14,000 and $32,000 or more. A truss roof costs half of that, or $7,500 to $35,000.

Pole Barn Buildings

Pole barn roofs cost between $5,300 and $15,000. They are less expensive than residential ones because they don't need to support a ceiling or insulation. Due to their large, open areas, pole barns are excellent candidates for steel trusses.

Garages

Adding a detached garage roof costs an average of $3,500 to $9,000, depending on whether the garage is finished and the type of roofing. Detached garages tend to cost slightly less than an attached garage because no home tie-ins are necessary.

Home Additions

Home additions cost between $22,000 and $63,000, and roof truss costs range from $3,000 to $12,000. Additions, like a lean-to, use mono truss systems with a single slope.

Common Truss Types and Shapes

Roof truss classification and naming are based on two factors:

1. The shape of the interior supports or webbing

2. The exterior shape of the top and bottom chords

Any combination of the external shape and internal webbing is possible.

Web Styles

Common trusses and their variations are named for different styles of supports, or webbing, inside the triangle structure. The names come from the variety of web configurations needed for larger roofs and different load-bearing needs. The longer the bottom chord, the more webbing is needed.

• King post: The simplest type with a single post placed vertically in the middle.

• Fink: Two supports start at the peak and are angled down and away from each other. Modified finks create a “W” shape. They are used extensively in long configurations.

• Attic: Creates usable space in the attic for storage or additional living space.

• Gable or end truss: Uses vertical webbing for capping the ends of a roof.

Other Basic Styles of Shapes & Pitches

Exterior shapes denote the style and have different names and uses:

• Hip: Any type with a small flat portion on top.

• Mono: Any type with only one pitch; looks like half of a truss.

• Gambrel: Any type with two pitches to a side, like a barn roof.

• Flat: Uses parallel top and bottom chords with “W” shaped supports; used for flat roofs.

• Scissor: A special type that uses a modified bottom chord.

Budgeting for Roof Truss Installation

Consider these cost-saving strategies to make your roof truss project more budget-friendly:

• Work with your roofing pro to choose a lower-cost truss that works best for your structure and skip the higher-priced options.

• Use prefab trusses, which are more affordable than customized options. 

• Get detailed quotes from at least three local roofing companies to ensure competitive pricing.

DIY vs. Hiring a Roofing Professional

Installing roof trusses isn’t a DIY project. A professional roofer brings the equipment, crew, and code knowledge you need for a safe, accurate install. Tackling the job yourself can void warranties and lead to expensive fixes. For peace of mind—and a roof that lasts—hire a qualified pro.

How HomeAdvisor Gets Its Cost Data

No place is more important than your home, which is why HomeAdvisor connects homeowners with local pros to transform their houses into homes they love. To help homeowners prepare for their next project, HomeAdvisor provides readers with accurate cost data and follows strict editorial guidelines. After a project is complete, we survey real customers about the costs to develop the pricing data you see, so you can make the best decisions for you and your home. We pair this data with research from reputable sources, including the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, academic journals, market studies, and interviews with industry experts—all to ensure our prices reflect real-world projects.