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Q: How much does a steel frame cost compared to a wood frame?

• <div><p>A steel frame costs 10% to 20% more than a wood frame. Wood is a much easier material to work with, more accessible, and generally more affordable than steel&mdash;plus, you need specialized tools to work with steel.</p></div>

Q: Is OSB more expensive than plywood?

• <div><p>While prices fluctuate because of increased demand, fewer supplies, and engineering time, OSB generally remains more affordable than plywood at <b>$1 to $2.40 per square foot</b> compared to the <b>$4.50 to $10</b> for plywood. Cost is only one factor you should consider when <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/osb-vs-plywood.htm">deciding between OSB and plywood</a>.</p></div>

Q: Can a barn door be too heavy?

• <div><p>Yes, barn doors can be too heavy, although the limitation is usually imposed by the mounting hardware you buy and not your home&rsquo;s framing, unless you&rsquo;re building an unusually wide door. To keep the weight down, you can opt for 1-by material rather than 2-by material, and choose a softwood like pine rather than a hardwood like maple or oak. Check the weight limits on your mounting hardware, and always attach your door track to studs rather than to drywall anchors.</p></div>

Q: Are barndominiums framed with wood?

• <div><p>Building a barndominium means converting a barn into a house. Barndominiums are becoming popular as spacious and stylish alternatives to typical housing structures. Old barns that become houses traditionally consist of wooden construction. However, newer structures, such as pole barns, often contain metal exteriors and roofs. Converting a metal outbuilding into a house presents an excellent opportunity to create a barndominium from metal. </p></div>

Q: Is it less expensive to build a house out of metal or wood?

• <div><p>There's no simple answer to which is less costly: wood or metal-framed homes. In most cases, metal building components cost more than wooden ones, while entire metal buildings cost less than wooden versions. However, regardless of the exterior framing or structure, each must meet similar building codes. This means that the costs are about the same, even considering that wood will require more maintenance than metal over time. </p></div>

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Great job by the guys. Had the right equipment for the job. Took a 95ft tree down between 2 houses with no problem. Lumber stacked in nice pile right where i asked. Good cleanup. Will hire again when the nect trees are ready
Vivid Services, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2024
Outstanding! Joel was an expert at replacing siding that had fallen from the top of my house. He was calm, polite, and thorough with his work. I would hire him again in a second if or when I might need more work done. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing home repairs.
J. Ventura Contracting, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2024
Remodeled our bathroom. Very pleased, quality craftsmanship, reasonably priced, and shows up on time! Also used Jack to repair some water damage we had in our garage, and install some porch railings. Again he did an excellent job and got it done quickly!
Jack Rizzuto Remodeling
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Reviewed in January 2023
The quality of workmanship far exceeded our expectations! CW Construction was very professional and showed great respect for our home and property. We highly recommend this company !
CW Construction
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Reviewed in January 2023
Continuity Construction took our huge project on after completing many projects for my parents. After seeing the work they did on their house, we were hesitant to hire anyone else! Duane, Phyllis, and Logan are kind, considerate, honest, and dedicated to their work. We often hear horror...
Continuity Construction Services, Inc.
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Reviewed in November 2021
GREAT COMPANY TO DO BUSINESS WITH. JIM, THE OWNER, CALLED TO CHECK ON PROGRESS. DAN AND BRANDON, THE INSTALLERS, DID GREAT QUALITY WORK, WITH ATTENTION TO EVERY DETAIL. TOP QUALITY FIXTURES AND SERVICE. WILL RECOMMEND THIS COMPANY TO EVERYONE.
Bath Planet of the Southern Tier
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Reviewed in May 2021
Derek is a fantastic carpenter/ builder. He is extremely knowledgeable & does a fantastic job. We had a 20x20 deck that was in shambles, Derek came in and rebuilt it correctly. He is an honest & hard worker. Will hire again!!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!
DW Construction
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Reviewed in March 2021
We hired Parlor City to do a re-do of our main living area. It included redoing all the drywall, painting, applying shiplap on a feature wall and constructing 2 large beams for the ceiling. We're very happy with the finished product, especially with the wooden beams. All of the workers were...
PARLOR CITY DRYWALL & PAINTING, Inc.
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Reviewed in June 2018
Ariel Builders contacted me promptly and their price was very competitive. Sadia provided a careful and professional analysis of my flooring situation, offering details I had not heard from any of the other companies I interviewed. He worked with me to do a quick install of vinyl flooring in a...
Ariel Builders, Inc.
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Reviewed in October 2013
I started looking for a contractor by calling the companies I had heard of and that i thought were well known for roofing; Robert J. Green, Dave Wagner and they would not return my calls. I left more than one message for Robert J. Green but no return call. I then started calling other random...
All American Builders
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Borrell Construction Service LLC

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"We hired them to fix a leak in the roof which required carpentry as well as foundation work. They where professional on time and the price was very reasonable. Most importantly no more leaking. We will definitely be hiring them for future projects."

Front view of the covered wrap around porch, with white porch railings and columns. The lattice work below the porch helps to give a backdrop for the shrubbery.

Exterior view of the in-progress attached garage addition build. As you can see, the necessary siding was removed from the existing home so we could attach the garage build.

Overall view of the newly constructed back deck, which leads to the now covered patio area, via the spiral staircase.

Front view of the log cabin entry room addition highlights the stunning front door with dual sidelights.

Back view shows how much the new build towers above the existing one-story homes in the neighborhood.

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Ascended Constructions

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Serving Hallstead, PA and surrounding areas

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Were a family owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and stands behind our work. We offer over 40 years of industry experience. We specialize in Asphalt Shingle Roofing installation, replacement, and repairs. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

Serving Hallstead, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

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"Rob did a wonderful job with inside and outside projects. He is very professional and works cleanly and does a thoro job! Will have him back in the Spring for other repair projects"

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Trinity Contracting & Handyman Service

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Serving Hallstead, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

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we love a challenge , the unique the complex we strive to deliver our customers a finished project that exceeds expectation and proud to make an honest attempt to bring all in under budget with more than expected features

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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

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I offer a wide variety of services from lawn services, yard remodeling to home remodeling, kitchens ,baths and bedrooms

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Shed, Barn or Playhouse - Repair

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"Old house built in the 50s desperately needed a kitchen remodeling! Hired Legacy Construction for the job and couldn't be happier! Amazing craftsmanship and superb work done in a timely manner and below budget!!! New cabinets, tile, kitchen island, sink even the appliances electrical needed some TLC and they handled it all! 1 stop shop! I will definitely be seeking your services on all my rentals!"

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"Loay Jabbar provided the information I needed quickly and clearly. I immediately signed up for full coverages for our two homes because of the discounts offered and because of the quality of service that Loay is saying and promising Choice Home Warranty provides to its customers. I have bad experiences with other home warranty companies so I am hoping I found the best company that would deliver the best service."

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"Uziyah and his team gutted and renovated a vacant apartment I have in Brooklyn. I had a tenant there for 8 years and it was time to renovate and modernize the unit, making it fit for the tenants coming in from abroad. I would hire and recommend this company."

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River run contracting

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Garage - BuildShed, Barn or Playhouse - Build

Serving Hallstead, PA and surrounding areas

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FREE ESTIMATES for new garage doors. Customer satisfaction is our goal. When it comes to choosing the right company for your garage door needs, you can count on M&O Garage Doors for quality products at affordable prices, Experienced technicians who provide our valued customer with fast, reliable, local and professional service. Contact us to see what we can do for you today.

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Barndominium Builders questions, answered by experts

A steel frame costs 10% to 20% more than a wood frame. Wood is a much easier material to work with, more accessible, and generally more affordable than steel—plus, you need specialized tools to work with steel.

While prices fluctuate because of increased demand, fewer supplies, and engineering time, OSB generally remains more affordable than plywood at $1 to $2.40 per square foot compared to the $4.50 to $10 for plywood. Cost is only one factor you should consider when deciding between OSB and plywood.

Yes, barn doors can be too heavy, although the limitation is usually imposed by the mounting hardware you buy and not your home’s framing, unless you’re building an unusually wide door. To keep the weight down, you can opt for 1-by material rather than 2-by material, and choose a softwood like pine rather than a hardwood like maple or oak. Check the weight limits on your mounting hardware, and always attach your door track to studs rather than to drywall anchors.

Building a barndominium means converting a barn into a house. Barndominiums are becoming popular as spacious and stylish alternatives to typical housing structures. Old barns that become houses traditionally consist of wooden construction. However, newer structures, such as pole barns, often contain metal exteriors and roofs. Converting a metal outbuilding into a house presents an excellent opportunity to create a barndominium from metal.

There's no simple answer to which is less costly: wood or metal-framed homes. In most cases, metal building components cost more than wooden ones, while entire metal buildings cost less than wooden versions. However, regardless of the exterior framing or structure, each must meet similar building codes. This means that the costs are about the same, even considering that wood will require more maintenance than metal over time.

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