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Schopen Construction
5.0(
7
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Serving Tahoe City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Ryan Schopen and Patrick are the best! Quality work, always on time and always listened if we had any questions. They want you as the homeowner to have what you want in all areas of the construction process. Very highly recommended. "
Alpine Kitchen After
Kings Beach Kitchen Remod.
Railing going up
Dollar Point Addition
Master Bath Remodel

+73

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Sierra Woodworks
5.0(
7
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Serving Tahoe City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I was called back right away, and put into their busy schedule. They arrived on time when they said they would be there. Our door installer was pleasant, and helpful in other areas of the home as well. I will use them again."
Bathroom
Custom hickory bar with metal corner frame.
Redwood deck before stain
Mudroom with custom alder cabinetry and bench.
Alder handrail with decorative rustic metal picket

+21

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sentri Homes
4.3(
6
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Serving Tahoe City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Found Sentri on Angi. Jeanette and Violet were very pleasant and efficient in getting a contractor to me in the time frame needed. The contractor was excellent and the roof looks great! I would definitely work with them again if I had additional projects."
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FAQs for carpentry framing installation projects in Tahoe City, CA

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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