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Better Homes Construction

210 S 12th St
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Better Homes Construction

210 S 12th St
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7 years of experience

General Contractor specializing in kitchen and bathroom remodels. Also, decks, fences, doors, windows, and siding. Better Homes Construction is owner-operated. I have 13 years construction experience and my focus is the details. I'm not willing to put my name on something unless it's done right and built to last.

General Contractor specializing in kitchen and bathroom remodels. Also, decks, fences, doors, windows, and siding. Better Homes Construction is owner-operated. I have 13 years construction experience and my focus is the details. I'm not willing to put my name on something unless it's done right and built to last.

Schrader Remodel and Construction

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Schrader Remodel and Construction

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9 years of experience

SCHRADER Remodel and Construction Licensed, Bonded and Insured CCB# 209821 SRC (Schrader Remodel & Construction) offers a wide range of services from simple handyman fix it jobs to complete home construction projects or remodels. We do all phases of construction at reasonable prices, affordable quality craftsmanship and always treat customers with the utmost care and respect. SRC is locally owned and operated here in Douglas County. Please call for a free estimate today. Contact Nathaniel @ show contact info

SCHRADER Remodel and Construction Licensed, Bonded and Insured CCB# 209821 SRC (Schrader Remodel & Construction) offers a wide range of services from simple handyman fix it jobs to complete home construction projects or remodels. We do all phases of construction at reasonable prices, affordable quality craftsmanship and always treat customers with the utmost care and respect. SRC is locally owned and operated here in Douglas County. Please call for a free estimate today. Contact Nathaniel @ show contact info

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Strafford Window Manufacturing, Inc.

168 Roller Coaster Road
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Strafford Window Manufacturing, Inc.

168 Roller Coaster Road
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We do not manufacture windows or doors for homes nor do we use Insulated glass. Strafford Window Mfg. manufacturers custom wood windows for barns, sheds, stables, pool houses, cabin, porches and interior applications in the home. Our windows are made of all wood and single strength glass. Call for pricing on Tempered glass. Strafford Window MFG. manufactures Sashes, Transoms, Single Hung Window Units, Hopper Window Units, Fixed Window Units and Screens.

"These windows are solid, well built and look great. I will be ordering more for my house."

Don P on September 2020

We do not manufacture windows or doors for homes nor do we use Insulated glass. Strafford Window Mfg. manufacturers custom wood windows for barns, sheds, stables, pool houses, cabin, porches and interior applications in the home. Our windows are made of all wood and single strength glass. Call for pricing on Tempered glass. Strafford Window MFG. manufactures Sashes, Transoms, Single Hung Window Units, Hopper Window Units, Fixed Window Units and Screens.

"These windows are solid, well built and look great. I will be ordering more for my house."

Don P on September 2020

Allen & Allen Construction Inc.

PO Box 822
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Allen & Allen Construction Inc.

PO Box 822
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43 years of experience

We are a hands on residential construction firm. We generally build one house at a time. Very critical of workmanship and materials used. We have been working in and around Roseburg continuously for 30+ years. We are very familiar with all the suppliers and subcontractors.

We are a hands on residential construction firm. We generally build one house at a time. Very critical of workmanship and materials used. We have been working in and around Roseburg continuously for 30+ years. We are very familiar with all the suppliers and subcontractors.

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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

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.

There are some rules regarding how far your exterior bump-out can go. For a cantilever bump-out that avoids the need to provide additional structural support, the limit is often 24 inches. However, if a footing and foundation are part of the project, a bump-out can encompass a whole room or more. Remember that many residential properties are subject to limits regarding the total house size relating to the size of the lot. 

The best way to calculate framing costs is by basing your costs on the square footage of your home. On average, framing your home could cost anywhere between $7 and $16 per square foot. 

To ensure you don’t go over budget, base your estimates on the higher end of the price range. If you know you’re going to use high-end materials or require a custom or complex build, you might even want to tack on an additional 5% of your budget.

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

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