Building or extending in Johannesburg, Pretoria or anywhere on the Reef and need roof trusses? This guide covers how long trusses take from the Gauteng plant, what affects the price, and what to send us to get an accurate quote.
Roof trusses made in Jet Park, Boksburg
Truss Master Gauteng is based at Unit 1, Pillman Complex, corner of Jet Park and Jansen Roads, Jet Park, Boksburg. The plant opened in 2021 and today has a team of more than 25 people. It makes timber roof trusses designed on MiTek software, and MiTek Ultra-Span light-gauge steel trusses for long clear spans and industrial roofs. We are ITC-SA accredited, and our trusses are designed and certified to the South African standards. See our guide to SANS 10400-L, ITC-SA and roof sign-off for what that means for your plans.
Jet Park sits next to the airport and the main freeways, which keeps the plant close to the East Rand, Johannesburg and Pretoria. We run our own fleet of delivery vehicles, so your roof is not waiting on a third-party courier.
How long do roof trusses take in Gauteng?
| Stage | Typical time at the Jet Park plant |
|---|---|
| Free design and quote | 24 to 48 hours from receiving your plans |
| Site measurement | When your walls reach roof level, so the design and final price are confirmed on site |
| Manufacture | 3 to 7 days from a confirmed order |
| Delivery | On our own trucks, to site |
Bigger commercial jobs take longer to design and make, so talk to us early. Gauteng handles the most complex commercial roofs in the Truss Master network, including a multi-wing commercial development in Sandton.
What do roof trusses cost in Gauteng?
As a rough national guide, the timber roof structure for a house (trusses, battens and bracing) usually costs somewhere between R250 and R650 per square metre of roof area before the roof covering. Our roof truss price guide explains how that range is built up. On a Gauteng job, these things move the price most:
- Span and pitch: wide spans and steep pitches need more timber or heavier steel sections.
- Roof shape: hips, valleys and multiple levels add trusses and bracing compared with a simple gable.
- Timber or steel: standard timber suits most homes and complexes, while steel earns its place on long spans. Read timber vs steel roof trusses before you decide.
- Site access and distance: a tight site or a long haul affects delivery cost.
- Volume: builders and developers working through a complex can use a trade account for better pricing.
Designing for the Highveld
Gauteng gets frequent summer thunderstorms, and these bring heavy rain, hail and sudden gusts. A good roof design allows for that with correct bracing, tie-downs and connections from the trusses to the walls. Our guide to truss spacing, pitch and bracing shows what your engineer and roof designer will be checking. Pitch matters too: shallow pitches suit sheeting, while tiles need a steeper roof and a stronger support system.
Areas we deliver to from Jet Park
We deliver anywhere in South Africa, and most of our Gauteng work is in these areas:
- Roof trusses in Johannesburg
- Roof trusses in Pretoria
- Roof trusses on the East Rand, including Boksburg, Benoni and Germiston
- Roof trusses on the West Rand
- Roof trusses in Midrand
- Roof trusses in the Vaal Triangle
Builders, contractors and developers
We open trade accounts for builders, contractors and developers, and homeowners can buy for cash. Our team can also arrange erection and installation, supply roof sheeting and tile support systems, and introduce you to partners who help with project financing. See our page for builders and contractors for how it works.
How to get a quote from the Gauteng plant
- Send your plans, or a sketch with the dimensions, through our send your plans page.
- We come back within 24 to 48 hours with a design and a price. Design support is free.
- When your walls reach roof level, our team measures on site to confirm the design and final price.
- We manufacture in 3 to 7 days and deliver to site.
Prefer to talk? Call or WhatsApp the Gauteng branch on 076 434 9922, Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 16:30. You can also visit the Gauteng branch page for the plant details, or read about our free roof design service.
