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Q: What parts of a house need framing?

• <div><p>The primary <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/parts-of-a-house.htm">parts of a house</a> that need framing during construction are floors, exterior walls, interior walls, and the roof. The framing in these areas provides the skeleton for adding other materials over the top. With walls, for example, contractors can hang drywall over the interior walls and siding over the outside of the exterior walls. Proper framing ensures a sturdy house that is built to last.</p></div>

Q: Can you remove a load-bearing wall by yourself?

• <div><p>Removing a load-bearing wall is best handled by professionals. However, if you have the skill set and decide to DIY the project, you will still need at least one additional person to assist you. Aside from helping with demolition, you'll need another hand to install the new support beam.</p></div>

Q: What do I do if I don't have a stud finder?

• <div><p>There are a few easy ways to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-find-stud-in-wall.htm">locate a wall stud without a stud finder</a>. First, try knocking on the wall with your knuckles. Most parts of the wall will sound hollow, but when you tap over a stud, it will sound more solid. Alternatively, since studs are spaced 16 or 24 inches apart, you can measure those distances from a corner of the room, which will always have a stud. </p></div>

Q: How do you know if a wall is load-bearing?

• <div><p>The easiest way to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/load-bearing-wall.htm">tell if a wall is load bearing</a> is to check if it&rsquo;s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don&rsquo;t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you&rsquo;re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.</p></div>

Q: How do professionals incorporate framing into existing structures?

• <div><p>By careful planning and reinforcement to maintain structural integrity.</p></div>

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Last update on December 30, 2025

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Reviewed in January 2024
They are great the work is very professional
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Reviewed in December 2023
Excellent job , very professional . Done in a timely ., very meticulous
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ZM Locksmith, Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2023
They were right on time, super professional, and VERY fast. I did not have a tone of stuff to move, but they finished in half the time I expected. Excellent rates, and nice guys- I cannot recommend them high enough!!
Move In USA, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2023
The move went fine but what the foreman did was absolutely amazing. We moved Dad to an assisted living home. He did not want to go and was fighting and arguing for days. He was making it very difficult and the day of the move it got real bad. Our foreman told his helpers to go outside and take a...
Logistic Pro, Inc.
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Reviewed in March 2023
CJS Minor Home Improvements is one of the best business decisions I have ever made. I am very satisfied with their work and will be using them for all future projects. Their attention to detail is insane, and they really went the extra mile to make sure everything was perfect. I was blown away...
Encore Roofing, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2022
Knowledgeable and friendly staff, especially Nat Childs who shepharded through process. Excellent quality work at a very reasonable cost. I was very happy with the finished results.
Chriswell Home Improvements, Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2022
Working with America Cool Construction was a great experience. Very responsive to questions and gave the most detailed bid out of the three I got. Itâ s way different than many other contractors we dealt with. The installers were polite and worked a long date to complete the job.
America Cool Construction, Inc.
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Reviewed in July 2021
He was fantastic! Did a great job, very fair pricing and very nice. We have his card and will definitely use him again in the future.
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