
19 November 2015 | 15 replies
Is the beam carrying the deck floor undersized?

4 November 2018 | 116 replies
This list was poached from contractortalk.comHouse/with attached Garage General ConditionsFinalize plans and develop estimate with owner, architectSign contract and notice to proceedApply for PermitsSecure foundation permitSecure framing permitSecure electrical permitSecure plumbing permitSecure HVAC permitSecure miscellaneous permitsSite WorkClear and grub lotExcavator estimated houlySkid steer estimated hourlyTrucking estimated hourlyTopsoil strippingSkid steer estimated hourlyTrucking estimated hourlyPavement and sidewalk removalSkid steer estimated hourlyTrucking estimated hourlyRough gradingSkid steer estimated hourlyRelocation of existing natural drainageExcavator estimated houlySkid steer estimated hourlyRemoval of unsuitable soilSkid steer estimated hourlyTrucking estimated hourlyAccess roadsSkid steer estimated hourlyTrucking estimated hourlyDetoursProtection of existing structures and utilitiesEnvironmental considerationsInstall temporary power serviceInstall underground utilitiesFoundationLocate buildingSurveyInstall batter boardsExcavate for foundationsExcavator estimated houlyDrilling for garage pilesSkid steer estimated hourlyTrucking estimated hourlyFormingFootingsTotal lineal feet of footingTotal width of footingTotal thickness of footingsTotal cubic meters of footingsFoundations wallsTotal lineal feet of wallsTotal width of wallsTotal height of wallsTotal cubic meters of wallsGrade beamsTotal lineal feet of beamTotal width of beamTotal height of beamTotal number of 12"x12' concrete pileTotal cubic meters of beams and pilesCure basement walls for 7 daysStrip basement wall formsWaterproof/insulate basement wallsPerform foundation inspectionBackfill foundationSkid steer estimated hourlyFraming house and attached gargeInstall 1st floor joistsMud sill achor bolts Sill gasket2x6 Treated mud sill2x10 Spruce 4 ply beam3" Adjustable steel telepost2x10 Spruce joisting2x10 Spruce rim joists2x2 bridging Single joist hangers/nailsDouble joist hangers/nails3 1/4" coated nailsLay 1st floor decking3/4" T&G Fir sheating1 1/2" flooring screwsSub-floor adhesiveFrame 1st floor wallsExterior wallsTop, bottom and cap plates 2x6 spruce2x6 spruce studs 92 5/8"3/8" spruce sheathing2x10 spruce 2 ply header with 2x6 backer2x6 garge door rough frame and Brick moulding3 1/4" coated nails1 1/2" sheathing stapleHouse wrap (Tyvek) and tape3/8" house wrap staplesInterior wallsTop, bottom and cap plates 2x4 spruce2x4 spruce studs 92 5/8"2x4 spruce single plate door headerPlumbing wallTop, bottom and cap plates 2x6 spruce2x6 spruce studs 92 5/8"3 1/4" coated nailsCap plate and exterior wall backing poly flashing2x10 Spruce 4 ply beam2x6 drywall backingInstall 2nd floor joists2x10 Spruce joisting2x10 Spruce rim joists2x2 bridging Single joist hangers/nailsDouble joist hangers/nails3 1/4" coated nailsLay 2nd floor decking3/4" T&G Fir sheating1 1/2" flooring screwsSub-floor adhesiveFrame 2nd floor wallsExterior wallsTop, bottom and cap plates 2x6 spruce2x6 spruce studs 92 5/8"3/8" spruce sheathing2x10 spruce 2 ply header with 2x6 backer3 1/4" coated nails1 1/2" sheathing stapleHouse wrap (Tyvek) and tape3/8" house wrap staplesInterior wallsTop, bottom and cap plates 2x4 spruce2x4 spruce studs 92 5/8"2x4 spruce single plate door headerPlumbing wallTop, bottom and cap plates 2x6 spruce2x6 spruce studs 92 5/8"3 1/4" coated nailsCap plate and exterior wall backing poly flashing2x10 Spruce 4 ply beam2x6 drywall backingInterior stairs and landingsComplete roof framingManufactured Roof trusses and gables 24" o.c.2x6 gable ladders and fascia2x6 fasicaCardboard insulation baffels2x4 truss bracing and strapping2x4 ridge blocking1/2 roof sheathing1/2 sheathing clips3 1/4" coated nails2" sheathing staples3/8" insulation baffle staplesConduct framing inspectionDry InShingles210 Asphalt shinglesIce and water shieldAsphalt ridged cap1 1/4" shingle nailsAluminum gable flashingRoof vents1st floor exterior doorsFront door 36/80 6 panel with side liteWeiser brush nickel passage and deadboltBack door 36/80 6 Panel Weiser brush nickel passage and deadboltGarage man door to house 36/80 6 panel with closerWeiser brush nickel passage and deadboltGarage doors 9x7 Barcol inusulated with Genie opener1st floor windows2nd floor windowsExterior FinishesEavesAluminum vented soffit (white)Aluminum fascia5" Gutter and down spoutsStuccoScaffolding1 1/2" styrofoam insulationStucco base coatStucco finish coatPargingStone workShingle gablesExterior Decks and StairsUtility Rough-Ins and Complete ConcreteRough-in plumbingConduct rough-in plumbing inspectionPlace concrete for basement floorRough-in electricalConduct rough-in electrical inspectionRough-in HVACConduct rough-in HVAC inspectionRough-in communication - phone, cable, computer, alarmInterior FinishesInsulationWall insulation - 1st floorR20 fiberglass batt 6ml vapor barrierWall insulation - 2nd floorR20 fiberglass batt 6ml vapor barrierCeiling insulation - 2nd floorR40 Blown in cellulose 6ml vapor barrierConduct insulation inspection3/8" vapor barrier StaplesTuck tapeAcostical chalkingDrywallInstall drywall - 1st floor wallsInstall drywall - 1st floor overheadInstall drywall 2nd floor wallsInstall drywall 2nd floor overheadTape and float 1st floor drywallTape and float 2nd floor drywallPaintTexture all except entry and kitchen - 1st floorPaint all except entry and kitchen - 1st floorHang wallpaper entry and kitchen - 1st floorTexture all - 2nd floorPaint all - 2nd floorPaint exterior siding & trim workCabinetsInstall 1st floor - kitchen cabinetsInstall 1st floor - master bath and guest cabinetsInstall 2nd floor - hall bath and private bath cabinetsInstall chair rails, crown moldings, trimFinish PlumbingComplete 1st floor - kitchen plumbingComplete 1st floor - master bath and guest plumbingComplete 2nd floor - hall bath and private bath plumbingConduct finish plumbing inspectionFinish ElectricalComplete 1st floor circuits to service panelComplete 2nd floor circuits to service panelConduct finish electrical inspectionComplete communications wiring - phone, cable, computer, alarmFinish HVACComplete 1st floor - zone 1 HVACComplete 2nd floor - zone 2 HVACConduct HVAC inspectionCarpet, Tile and AppliancesTile entry, kitchen and bathsCarpet 1st floorCarpet 2nd floorInstall appliancesLandscaping and Grounds WorkPour concrete driveway and sidewalksInstall backyard fenceSod and complete plantings - front yardSod and complete plantings - backyardFinal AcceptanceComplete final inspection for certificate of occupancyCleanup for occupancyPerform final walk-through inspectionComplete punch list items

3 December 2018 | 26 replies
We print our own postcards on a color laser printer at our office.

3 January 2017 | 71 replies
The fear can be healthy in a way in getting you to laser focus on what needs done.

24 December 2016 | 9 replies
I have had one baby for almost 10 years, and only this year did I have a non-routine vet bill (excision of 2 cysts, removal of 1 lipoma, several tooth extractions, laser treatment for arthritis).

9 June 2017 | 27 replies
My wife and I had to do most of the work on our first flip (all flooring) and outsourced the kitchen due to a load bearing wall that needed a cross support beam and permits.

25 August 2017 | 8 replies
Do to uneven floors in my kitchen, i removed the subfloor, replaced a bad floor joist, and added a support beam.

19 February 2017 | 26 replies
It was a beautiful living space with exposed beams, brick and hardwoods.

9 January 2023 | 140 replies
You have to have a laser like mission on what you want to do and accomplish with your business.

31 January 2018 | 2 replies
It is a traditional post and beam Construction, not a mobile home.