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Lynn Crist Construction
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Serving Houston, OH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

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Customers say: Quick response

"10/10 would recommend Lynn and his crew. They got the job done beautifully, and very efficiently. Completely transformed my living space and made it a home!"
Lynn Crist Construction
Lynn Crist Construction
Lynn Crist Construction
Lynn Crist Construction
Lynn Crist Construction

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Response time12 hrs
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Recommended by11%of homeowners
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Red Beard Capital, LLC
4.4(
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Serving Houston, OH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Joe did a fantastic job repairing my vinyl fence. He was quick, but thorough, professional and very friendly. Next time I need a project done, I’ll definitely call him first."
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+71

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Sentri Homes
2.3(
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Serving Houston, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Found Sentri on Angi. Jeanette and Violet were very pleasant and efficient in getting a contractor to me in the time frame needed. The contractor was excellent and the roof looks great! I would definitely work with them again if I had additional projects."
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Learning how to frame a house includes picking the right lumber for the job. Most people will want to pick pine, spruce, or fir for the framing. These types of lumber are affordable and produce sturdy framing for structures. Look for kiln-dried lumber to reduce the risk of shrinkage or insect damage after installation. As part of what’s included in framing a house when you hire a professional, the contractor should order the lumber, so you don’t have to worry about finding the right lumber.

A-frame homes are on the smaller side. While there’s no set square footage amount it has to be, it will usually come in around 1,000 square feet or smaller.

Framing a house with steel generally takes less time—around five to eight weeks—than most building materials. The steel components can also be made quickly off-site and manufactured with pre-punched holes for running piping and electrical wiring, which will lessen the prep work and extra labor during construction.

House framing can be expensive because the materials are pricey, and the job requires a high level of expertise. The more complex the plans, the more expensive the job, but even the most basic frame needs to be installed with high-quality materials and precision. When pricing your home’s framework, remember that a sturdy frame is necessary to create a safe structure.

If you remove a load-bearing wall to create an entrance to a carport or covered patio, you can expect to pay between $3,200 and $9,500, with an average cost of $6,400. Factors such as the type of addition and if that area needs additional work will add to the price.

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