Spec PlanD: House Framing
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Spec Plan-D looks at roofing and roofing materials. Part of roofing includes rain removal systems. Make sure to order gutter protection guards. You will welcome it later on.
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spec planning: house framing
Spec Plan D: House Framing
what need to do —
Framing is where your house begins to take shape.
You want to inspect the work often to make sure the framing is going as planned. There are two types of framing materials:
- wood framing: for information
- steel framing: for information
arguments for: steel vs. wood
framing spec sheet
Some points to consider:
- get to know the framer this person is one of the most important players in your home construction project
- make sure the framer is highly skilled with ready references from satisfied customers and contractors check their work references
- spend a little extra money for better grade quality lumber it will produce a better frame
- order special materials ahead of time to ensure timely delivery
- have the framing inspected thoroughly
before making payment you
need to inspect the walls, roofing,
etc., to ensure they are spaced
properly for plumbing, HVAC, electrical,
etc.
find home inspector
View "How House Construction Works" from howstuffworks.com:
Check framing building codes:
check this online building code guide: codecheck.com
spec planning: house framing
Getting Started
Step 1: develop the plan
- take a completed draft of the framing spec sheet to your architect or planner, who will can customize a remodeling plan or revise an existing plan that meets your specs.
- use your spec sheet and floor plan to bid the construction project out to contractors
framing spec sheet
Step 2: get required building permits
- It will either be up to you or the contractor to obtain each permit.
all about permits
lookup your local government for permit information
Step 3: find pre-screened contractors and other service providers
find framing contractors
Helpful Tools
Some helpful forms for making remodeling decisions:
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