Getting trusses stood on a tight building schedule
Setting roof trusses is a routine crane or boom-truck job on new houses and light commercial buildings in Washington County. When a truss package arrives, the framing crew usually has a short window to stand and brace the trusses and keep the schedule moving. A crane or boom truck is usually faster and safer than walking trusses up by hand, especially on larger spans, two-story homes, or tight lots.
St. George Crane Rental quotes truss-setting days for builders, superintendents, and homeowners in St. George, Washington, Hurricane, Ivins, Santa Clara, and Cedar City.
How a truss-setting day usually works
The crane is staged so it can reach from the delivery or staging area to the walls. Trusses are usually picked one at a time. The framing crew spots and braces each one. Good days depend on coordination: the package is on site, walls are ready and braced, the weather is workable, and the crane is sized for the longest reach on the roof, not just the weight of a single truss.
A boom truck is often enough for modest single-family jobs with easy street access. A mobile crane may be needed for long-span trusses, taller walls, limited access, or when the crane has to sit farther from the building. If you are not sure which one you need, describe the building and the lot on the form and we will recommend a path.
What to send with a quote request
- City and job-site address or cross streets
- Building type (single-family, townhomes, shop, or commercial)
- Number of stories and a rough footprint or truss span
- The date the walls will be ready, and any backup date
- Whether the truss package will already be on site
- Site constraints: a dirt lot, overhead lines, a narrow street, or neighboring houses close to the property line
If you have a truss drawing or site map, mention it in the notes and send it once an operator replies.
Timing in a busy market
In a busy market like St. George, truss days get scheduled around framing crews, inspections, and deliveries. The earlier you request quotes, the better the chance of getting the day you want. If a delivery slips, tell us as soon as you can.
Cost
Posted Utah rates of about $150–$160 per hour with a two- or three-hour minimum are a reference point. A simple residential set may be a short booking; a larger building will take more hours. Travel, crane size, and overtime change the quote. The figure that matters is a written estimate for your date and site.
How to get started
Use the form to tell us about the job. We follow up with a written estimate path. A submitted request is not a reservation until the estimate is approved.