Building in Mbombela, White River, the Lowveld or further afield in Mpumalanga and need roof trusses? This guide covers what to expect from the Mbombela plant, how long trusses take, what affects the price, and how to get a free quote.
Roof trusses made in Mbombela
The Mbombela plant is where Truss Master began. It opened in 2006 at 6 Disa Street, Valencia Park, Mbombela, and today a team of 20 people produces around 250 trusses a week. It is accredited with ITC-SA and MiTek, and holds NHBRC accreditation, which matters if your new home needs to be enrolled with the National Home Builders Registration Council. We design, quote, manufacture and deliver the whole roof, and cash sales are welcome.
How long do roof trusses take in Mpumalanga?
| Stage | Typical time at the Mbombela plant |
|---|---|
| Free design and quote | Usually within 2 days |
| Site measurement | When your walls reach roof level |
| Manufacture and delivery | 7 to 10 days from a confirmed order |
Distance adds travel time, so a site in the far north of the province or across a border needs a little more planning than one in Mbombela itself. Tell us the site town when you send your plans.
What do roof trusses cost in the Lowveld?
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. See our roof truss price guide for the full breakdown. In Mpumalanga, the main things that move the price are:
- Roof shape and size: lodges, estates and larger family homes often combine several roof levels, verandas and long overhangs.
- Span and pitch: open entertainment areas need wider spans, and steeper pitches add material.
- Distance: deliveries to the Lowveld towns are quick, while deliveries to the far north or across a border add transport cost.
Designing for the Lowveld and Escarpment
Mpumalanga’s climate varies a lot. The Lowveld around Mbombela, Malelane and Hazyview is hot and humid in summer, with heavy afternoon thunderstorms that can bring hail. The Highveld towns around Middelburg, eMalahleni and Secunda are cooler in winter. Your roof design should allow for the local conditions:
- Storms and hail: strong connections, correct bracing and a sound roof covering. Our guide to truss spacing, pitch and bracing explains what your engineer checks.
- Heat: good ventilation and insulation keep the home comfortable and protect the timber.
- Sign-off: your plans must comply with SANS 10400-L. See our regulations guide for the details.
Areas we deliver to from Mbombela
- Roof trusses in White River and Hazyview
- Malelane, Komatipoort and Barberton
- Lydenburg (Mashishing), Middelburg and eMalahleni (Witbank)
- Secunda and Ermelo
- Hoedspruit and Phalaborwa
- In Limpopo, Tzaneen and Polokwane
- Across the border, roof trusses for eSwatini and Mozambique
How to get a quote from the Mbombela plant
- Send your plans through our send your plans page, or WhatsApp them to the branch.
- We design the roof and quote for free, usually within 2 days.
- When your walls reach roof level, we measure on site to confirm the design and final price.
- We manufacture and deliver within 7 to 10 days of your confirmed order.
Prefer to talk? Call or WhatsApp Nosh on 072 192 8680, Monday to Friday, 07:00 to 17:00. The Mpumalanga branch page has the full plant details and our free roof design service page explains how the design works.
