Spec PlanD: House Framing

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:

1. wood framing: for information
2. 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:

floor framing
wall framing
roof framing
porch

Check framing building codes:

check this online building code guide: codecheck.com