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Buckland Home Contractor
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Serving Providence, RI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1978

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Kurt did a great job and was very efficient. He was able to repair all rot, and at a fraction of the cost of several other estimates. He repaired several window frames and replaced some of the baseboards. I was worried about having to replace siding, but only one small piece had to be replaced. Kurt is a great contractor and is very reliable and honest. We are planning to hire him to do more work on the back of our house."
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Doherty Construction LLC
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Serving Providence, RI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did an excellent job, were clean, tidy, and diligent. They always showed up and kept things within budget. They communicated with us very well and we are very happy with them. They were very professional and we would highly recommend them."
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Recommended by75%of homeowners
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CROWN ELEMENT CARPENTRY LLC
New to Angi

Serving Providence, RI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

At our company, we prioritize reliability, excellent communication, integrity, and delivering high-quality work. We possess expertise in our trade and are dedicated to keeping you well-informed about your specific task or project. We eagerly anticipate the opportunity to earn your business!

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FAQs for carpentry framing installation projects in Providence, RI

Both steel and wood can last over 100 years with proper care. However, wood could rot or warp when exposed to moisture, whereas galvanized steel is rotproof, insect-proof, and much more fire-resistant. Steel is friendlier to the environment as it doesn’t require cutting down trees, and the frame can be recycled. The energy-efficiency rating of metal stud framing can be higher than conventional wood construction. Metal studs are easier and quicker to install.

Whether you’re using wood or metal stud framing, follow the “16 on center” rule, meaning you should have a stud every 16 inches. A 20-foot wall spans a total of 320 inches. This works out to 20 spans of 16 inches, plus one starting stud, for a total requirement of 21 studs to frame a 20-foot wall.

Drywall installation costs $1.15 to $2 per square foot on metal stud framing or $2,300 for an average 2,000-square-foot house. The total cost for metal framing and drywall ranges from $20 to $30 per linear foot. Metal frames often seem light, but they can be exceptionally strong once drywall or sheathing is attached.

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