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OUR UNIQUE QUALITIES
TAILORED TRUSS DESIGNS FOR EVERY PROJECT
Custom-engineered roof trusses designed to meet specific building requirements, ensuring strength, stability, and precise fit.
FAMILY-RUN BUSINESS WITH 45 YEARS' EXPERIENCE
Providing personal service and expert guidance, combining decades of timber knowledge with reliable, hands-on support.
SITE SURVEYS BY EXPERIENCED DESIGNERS
Our team of designers are available to provide a site survey where required. They will complete a dimension check, take into consideration any existing building details, and can answer any questions you may have prior to manufacture.
STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO HOW WE WORK
1
Send us your plans
Email architectural drawings or sketches (PDF). Tell us what you’d like us to price for (Truss package / Easi Joist Package) and any target dates.
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WE PREPARE YOUR QUOTATION
One of our 10 experienced designers will review the plans and complete a preliminary design and itemised quotation.
3
You accept the quotation and place the order
We will confirm the order is placed and book the project into our production schedule.
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BESPOKE SITE MEASURE & SURVEY
If required, a designer will visit site to check dimensions and confirm design features such as openings, existing building details, wall plate heights etc.
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Final Design & Delivery Date set
The designer will produce a final set of drawings based on information gathered on site (or confirmed). We will liaise with the site contact as to delivery date requirements and issue the design into our factory for manufacture.
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MANUFACTURE & DELIVERY
The component parts are picked, precision cut and assembled in our factory. You will get a call the day prior to delivery to give you an ETA. The products will be delivered along with an itemised delivery note and laminated drawings to assist with fitting of the trusses/joists on site. We are always here to help so do give us a call with any queries.
ENGINEERED ROOF TRUSSES FOR EVERY BUILD
Since commencing the manufacture of roof trusses, Read Brothers has used Wolf System, the market leaders in truss design software and metal nail plates. Our expert designers have all gone through Wolf System's very own training to get the most from the truss design program. No job is too big or too small, from hospitals and houses to garages and garden sheds, across East Anglia. One of our team will deal with each project from quotation through to completed order. We meet agreed deadlines and are honest about delivery lead times. Our factory staff are all fully trained in-house, and we perform regular checks to ensure the quality of our products. We hold certificates for Quality Assurance and UKCA Marking issued by B.M. TRADA Certification Ltd. Our machinery is modern, well-maintained, and we always strive to improve or update machinery when possible. The fabrication plant has two electro-magnetic table press stations, a Birch table press, Birch Uniroll 750 and 450 easi joist presses, and three truss saws. Our team carries out fully engineered designs for each project and provides all necessary structural calculations, layouts, and metalwork details for site use and building control. Part of our service is to make site visits whenever requested, and unlike most manufacturers, our specialist surveyors are happy to measure for jobs that match an existing building. We provide a complete truss package, including ancillary items such as bracing, truss clips, and hangers. Our quotations are fully itemised so that it is always clear what is included.
EXAMPLE LAYOUTS
These are some examples of the truss layouts which we produce for site and building control. We try to include as much detail as possible to help the roof erectors, but we are always just a phone call away with helpful advice and assistance.
Plenty of stock, helpful Staff, easy to find. Would definitely recommend this place.
PRECISION-ENGINEERED TRUSSES FOR DIVERSE NEEDS
Our prefabricated roof trusses reduce on-site labour and material waste while enhancing safety during installation. Triangular geometry and web designs provide structural integrity across long spans, making them suitable for new builds, Extensions, agricultural structures, and commercial projects. Manufactured under controlled conditions, each truss is crafted to exact tolerances for consistency and durability. By working closely with clients during consultation and design stages, we ensure every truss complements the overall structure. Our range accommodates bespoke specifications and aesthetic requirements, supporting projects that demand both functionality and style.
WHY OUR TRUSSES STAND OUT
Read Brothers combines family-run service with expert timber knowledge to deliver engineered trusses that stand the test of time. Using sustainable, high-quality timber, our trusses are strong, reliable, and designed to support energy-efficient and environmentally responsible construction. With a complete service from design to delivery, we provide tailored solutions for every project.
THE DIFFERENCE OUR QUALITY ROOF TRUSSES CAN MAKE
Bespoke roof trusses can make a real difference to how smoothly your project runs. Here at Read Brothers we pride ourselves on delivering high quality tailor-made roof trusses, offering onsite surveys for exact measurements to ensure accuracy. One of the biggest advantages is faster installation, since well-made components arrive ready to fit; it helps keep teams productive and reduces time lost on site. That same accuracy also helps bring down the overall project costs. When custom roof trusses are accurately manufactured, there is less waste and need for rework, which keeps spending under control. At the same time, it supports more predictable project timelines, making it easier to plan each stage with confidence.
Accurate manufacturing makes building control approval more straightforward, since everything is produced to meet required standards. With Read Brothers, you also benefit from single supplier convenience, meaning everything is managed in one place for a simpler, more efficient process. From bespoke trusses to joists to your timber supplies, if you need more timber products then a quick call to the team and we can get these items out to you asap!
START YOUR ROOF THE RIGHT WAY
Getting the right support early can make a real difference to how smoothly your project comes together. Planning your roof trusses in advance with Read Brothers helps keep decisions clear and avoids unnecessary changes. Our expert team of designers have a wealth of experience to assist your roofing project requirements.
So if you’re working in Norwich or anywhere across East Anglia, reach out to our team now and get things moving in the right direction.