How Micko from SmartKits Helped Turn a Tricky Truss Into a Triumph
If you’ve ever peeked into your roof space and thought, “That doesn’t look right” — you’re not alone. At SmartKits, we see it all. And we mean all. Every house is different, and sometimes what’s hiding under your roof sheets isn’t quite what your plans expected.
That’s exactly what happened on this job.
The Surprise Inside
This client ordered a high-span, insulated patio roof kit with a flyover design. The plan? Support it using our heavy-duty jumbo roof penetration brackets. The reality? The existing house roof truss and wall top plate setup didn’t line up with the bracket length. The house had more height than expected. The bracket didn’t reach.
Enter Micko — Our Online Consultant Legend
The client reached out through SmartKits Online, and Micko was on it like a roofer on payday. A few quick questions, a couple of photos uploaded, and the issue was diagnosed in minutes. Micko’s verdict?
“Pack it up, mate.”
The fix was simple, smart, and engineered for long-term strength: pack up the wall top plate with structural timber nogs, reset the bracket height, re-establish your fall back to the house, and carry on building.
No delays. No dramas. Just a smarter way to build.
Why This Matters
It’s not uncommon – Many Australian homes have unexpected roof conditions
Your SmartKits kit is adaptable – We can pivot on the fly, and so can you
Help is only a message away – Our online consultants are real tradies, not chatbots
We’ve got your back – With over 10,000 kits supplied nationwide, we’ve seen it all
Pro Tip:
If you’re planning a flyover roof using jumbo brackets, always check your truss height and wall plate detail. If in doubt, take a photo, and send it to us. One of our legends like Micko will sort it.
Want your own backyard legend?
Visit smartkits.com.au or chat live with our team. We don’t just sell kits — we solve problems.
Scott Challen
CEO, The QHI Group
SmartKits Australia | QHI National Builders | EzyBlox Sheds & Steel Buildings
Email: scott@qhi.net.au
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/
Website: https://www.qhigroup.
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