What is wall framing?

• <div><p>Framing is the shell of the house. It includes several steps, including studs, plumbing, and electricity. A professional will ensure the wall frame is secured for the house’s structural integrity. </p><p>Framing prices change depending on the material and whether the wall is load-bearing. Most contractors use wood to frame a home, but metal is another popular choice.</p><p> </p></div>

How much bowing in a wall is acceptable?

• <div><p>Any bowing in a basement wall signals an issue that needs to be addressed. However, bowing of 2 to 4 inches is more straightforward to fix than bowing of more than 4 inches. That’s why it’s essential to call a pro as soon as you notice the bowing wall. The sooner you address the problem, the easier (and less expensive) it will be to repair.</p></div>

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Q: What is included in framing a house?

• <div><p>Stick frames, metal frames, or prefabricated concrete frames are included in framing a house, along with creating the framework and space for windows, doors, and entryways. Other aspects of developing a home&mdash;like drywall, insulation, windows, doors, and more&mdash;are not included in the cost to frame a house.</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 I maintain a wooden carport?

• <div><p>Regular sealing, repainting, and checking for wood rot or pest infestations help maintain longevity.</p></div>

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Reviewed in August 2017
Did not finish the job. Kept asking for cash advancements. Would not show up when he said he would. Took on additional siding contracts while he should have been here. Craftsmanship poor. My spouse and I had to watch hardware store videos to redo what we could and finish what was incomplete. He...
Tobias whetsel
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Reviewed in March 2017
This is a small family business run by a father & son team. We hired them to fix a crack in our basement wall and ended up also using them to do the carpentry for a basement remodel and updating our deck. Very happy with quality and professionalism for all tasks we had them perform. Great guys...
Master Carpenter Contracting
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Reviewed in November 2015
Chad and the Crown Exteriors' crews had their work cut out for them. I came with a lot of questions and some former home improvement jobs that were left unfinished. Chad not only answered all of my questions I had written on my list, he also looked at the materials I already owned and let me...
Crown Exteriors Inc
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Reviewed in September 2014
I would highly recommend this provider and will hire again as needed! He was hired to "clean up" work that was left unfinished by another contractor and did a fantastic job. I should have hired Curt in the first place, if only I had known of him at the time. He came to my home on time, gave a...
Curt Walksler
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Reviewed in June 2013
They were wonderful! They were able to start the job quickly and get it done for us to enjoy the whole summer. The pricing was right in line with what they did. The carpentry work that was done was very professional. They are a very professional operation.
TimberBuilt Rooms
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Reviewed in October 2011
For what was completed he did a nice job and cleaned up well. The problem was that there were parts missed, the first time I called he showed up within 2 days at which point I paid him. But I didn't know that he still didn't get everything. The next two times I called I got a "I'll be out next...
Cellitti Painting
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Reviewed in September 2008
Brett had done painting work for me before. Slightly over priced but great painter. I removed a chimney that sat int he middle of a room. When the chimney was gone drywall was placed, I need it to be taped and mudded. The ceiling had a swirl pattern on the plaster. I had two estimates come...
HAMILTON DECOR GROUP
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