Dear Jason: Look for a new contractor. Special designs of roof trusses are available, some not priced much higher than standard trusses, specifically designed for attic storage areas or full rooms.

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Your new home will surely have an access panel that leads to the attic area. You don’t want to use a dangerous step ladder to get to this part of your home. Those folding attic ladders interest you, ...