Yehuda is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
Yehuda is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. Our senior team has 10-20 years of experience specifically in the SF Bay Area. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
"Sanjeev has a solid team working for him that is very capable and deliver quality work. Very flexible and always trying to accommodate our needs even with unexpected changes to the project plan. Highly recommended."
Jannik O on April 2022
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. Our senior team has 10-20 years of experience specifically in the SF Bay Area. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!
"Sanjeev has a solid team working for him that is very capable and deliver quality work. Very flexible and always trying to accommodate our needs even with unexpected changes to the project plan. Highly recommended."
Jannik O on April 2022
LHA Framing is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!
"Luis is very professional in all aspect of the job well done. His thoroughness is commendable. I highly recommend LHA Framing for the job they offer to do. I refer him to all my family and friends and everyone needing his service. Fast, accurate and very thorough in carrying out the job and reasonably priced."
Zeny S on July 2019
LHA Framing is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!
"Luis is very professional in all aspect of the job well done. His thoroughness is commendable. I highly recommend LHA Framing for the job they offer to do. I refer him to all my family and friends and everyone needing his service. Fast, accurate and very thorough in carrying out the job and reasonably priced."
Zeny S on July 2019
Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with FWC Building, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings.
"Frank does outstanding work. He is very detail oriented and all aspects are way beyond what I expected. His employees are very nice, clean and attentive. Worksite is clean and free of any debris. Frank is easy to work with and very attentive to your needs/desires. Estimates were close however we added a few "extras" and they were very reasonable. Hight recommended"
Mike D on September 2023
Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with FWC Building, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings.
"Frank does outstanding work. He is very detail oriented and all aspects are way beyond what I expected. His employees are very nice, clean and attentive. Worksite is clean and free of any debris. Frank is easy to work with and very attentive to your needs/desires. Estimates were close however we added a few "extras" and they were very reasonable. Hight recommended"
Mike D on September 2023
With years of experience in the construction industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from carpentry to doors to decks. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Herman Construction Company a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"We couldn’t be more thrilled with our kitchen remodel by Karol Herman Construction! From the start, Karol was one of the first to respond, and his professionalism stood out immediately. He was respectful of our time, took the time to listen to our needs, and made sure we were always on the same page throughout the process. The remodel was seamless and went exactly as planned. Karol worked around our schedule, always followed up on questions at the end of each day, and ensured everything was on track. His attention to detail is second to none—he is truly a perfectionist at his trade. Plus, he was extremely conscious of our living spaces, keeping everything clean and organized. We are so pleased with the results and highly recommend Karol Herman Construction to anyone looking for a reliable, skilled, and thoughtful contractor! Check out our dream Farmhouse style kitchen!"
Frances N on January 2025
With years of experience in the construction industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from carpentry to doors to decks. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Herman Construction Company a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"We couldn’t be more thrilled with our kitchen remodel by Karol Herman Construction! From the start, Karol was one of the first to respond, and his professionalism stood out immediately. He was respectful of our time, took the time to listen to our needs, and made sure we were always on the same page throughout the process. The remodel was seamless and went exactly as planned. Karol worked around our schedule, always followed up on questions at the end of each day, and ensured everything was on track. His attention to detail is second to none—he is truly a perfectionist at his trade. Plus, he was extremely conscious of our living spaces, keeping everything clean and organized. We are so pleased with the results and highly recommend Karol Herman Construction to anyone looking for a reliable, skilled, and thoughtful contractor! Check out our dream Farmhouse style kitchen!"
Frances N on January 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our Remodeling and Exterior services and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to working with you.
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our Remodeling and Exterior services and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to working with you.
Cruz Construction prides to be the number one home improvement company in the area. We service both residential and commercial properties. With over 15 years in business, Cruz Construction, is the best Santa Cruz County has to offer. We have great rates for you to transform your home. Please call us today for your free estimate! Thanks!
"Sabas is honest, timely, patient, a good listener, and a great communicator. His employees are hardworking, quiet, clean, and trustworthy. I had Cruz Construction do an addition, paint cabinets, new floors, a roof, and shower remodel. "
Melinda W on January 2025
Cruz Construction prides to be the number one home improvement company in the area. We service both residential and commercial properties. With over 15 years in business, Cruz Construction, is the best Santa Cruz County has to offer. We have great rates for you to transform your home. Please call us today for your free estimate! Thanks!
"Sabas is honest, timely, patient, a good listener, and a great communicator. His employees are hardworking, quiet, clean, and trustworthy. I had Cruz Construction do an addition, paint cabinets, new floors, a roof, and shower remodel. "
Melinda W on January 2025
Silberman Construction is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Top notch, pleasant, honest and totally professional! I'll be using them for all future needs!"
Melissa M on June 2024
Silberman Construction is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Top notch, pleasant, honest and totally professional! I'll be using them for all future needs!"
Melissa M on June 2024
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Fast response and clear communication throughout the process."
Marco T on April 2025
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction!
"Fast response and clear communication throughout the process."
Marco T on April 2025
With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your remodeling needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!
"Great company! They delivered as they promised. Professional work from start to finish. You can tell the difference between old and new windows. Our house looks like new with this windows. Thank you for excellent work."
Nishma P on May 2023
With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your remodeling needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!
"Great company! They delivered as they promised. Professional work from start to finish. You can tell the difference between old and new windows. Our house looks like new with this windows. Thank you for excellent work."
Nishma P on May 2023
Professional contractors complete basement framing in three to five days, depending on the size and complexity of your space. Projects with simple, open layouts progress faster than those with multiple rooms and corners. DIY framers should expect the job to take significantly longer, potentially seven to 10 days or more, depending on experience level and available time. The timeline doesn't include other aspects of basement finishing like drywall installation, electrical work, or finishing touches, which extend the overall renovation schedule.
Most municipalities require building permits for basement framing projects. These permits cost between $1,200 and $2,000, ensuring your renovation meets local building codes for safety and structural integrity. Working without proper permits can result in penalties, forced removal of completed work, and complications when selling your home. Your local building department can provide specific information about permit requirements, inspection schedules, and any special considerations for basement renovations in your area.
For basement framing, use pressure-treated lumber for bottom plates (the horizontal boards that contact concrete floors) to prevent moisture damage and rot. Standard kiln-dried lumber is suitable for wall studs and top plates that don't directly contact concrete surfaces. The most common lumber dimension for basement wall framing is two-by-four, though some situations may call for two-by-six lumber to accommodate thicker insulation. Always check local building codes, as some jurisdictions have specific requirements for basement framing materials.
You can install drywall after framing is complete and inspected, but several important steps should happen first. Ensure any electrical, plumbing, or HVAC rough-ins are completed and inspected before closing up walls. Installing insulation between studs is highly recommended for temperature control and moisture management. Drywall installation adds an average of $3 to $4 per linear foot to your project, with painting costing an additional $2 to $6 per square foot. Address any moisture concerns before enclosing walls to prevent future damage and mold issues.