What to Send When Requesting a Truss and Wall Frame Quote

GETTING AN ACCURATE QUOTE

Getting an accurate quote for roof trusses, floor trusses, or wall frames starts with sending the right information upfront. The more detail you provide upfront, the easier it is for the team to review your job properly, prepare an accurate estimate, and avoid unnecessary back-and-forth.

At Trussfab, we work with builders, owner-builders and developers across Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula and throughout Victoria.

Whether you are building a new home, extension, townhouse development, unit project, or larger residential build, clear plans help our detailers understand exactly what is required before manufacture begins.

The most important item to send is a full set of working drawings or architectural plans. These should include floor plans, elevations, roof layouts, sections and any relevant construction notes. These plans help identify the overall design, wall heights, roof shape, openings, ceiling lines and other details that can affect the frame and truss package.

If you already have structural engineering, bracing design, soil reports or any specific engineer’s requirements, include those as well. These documents are important because they help confirm load requirements, tie-down details, spans and any structural considerations that need to be allowed for in the quote.

It is also helpful to include the project address or suburb. This assists with delivery planning and allows the team to consider access, distance and logistics. If the site has narrow streets, restricted access, steep driveways, limited unloading areas or staged delivery requirements, it is worth noting this early. These details can make a big difference when planning supply and delivery.

When requesting a quote, let us know what you need included. For example, are you after roof trusses only, floor trusses, wall frames, framing supplies or a complete frame and truss package? If you are unsure, that is fine too - click here to send through the plans and let the team know where you are up to in the process.

Timeframes are another important part of the quoting process. If you have an expected slab completion date, frame stage date, preferred delivery window or builder’s schedule, include this with your enquiry. Lead times can vary depending on workload, project complexity and the quality of information supplied, so the earlier you send plans through, the better.

Also let us know if the plans have changed, or if you are sending an updated version. Small changes to roof lines, wall positions, window openings or structural details can affect the frame and truss design, so clear version control helps avoid confusion later.

For owner-builders, do not worry if you are not sure what every document is called. The best approach is to send what you have, along with your contact details, project location, and a brief note about the project stage. The Trussfab team can then guide you on what else you may need.

Sending complete information from the start reduces delays, improves quote accuracy, and gives everyone a clearer picture of what is needed before the job reaches site. It also helps make the process smoother for your builder, detailer and installation team.

SEND US YOUR PLANS, AND WE’LL HELP GET YOUR FRAME AND TRUSS QUOTE SORTED.

If you are planning a build and need roof trusses, floor trusses, or wall frames in Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, or across Victoria, send your plans to the Trussfab team via our Quote Page or call +61 3 9799 7799.

We will review the details and help you take the next step towards getting your frame and truss package underway.