WOOD FRAMING home inspections

WOOD FRAMING: 
With conventional framing the structure is framed either with metal or wood framing members and the frame is covered with interior and exterior cladding creating a wall cavity which may or may not be filled with insulating material.

In some cases, such as in garages and storage or utility rooms, the interior cladding will be left off. Wood is most common in residential construction and metal more common in commercial applications. Single wall construction may be found in some areas where the climate is mild.

The structure is framed horizontally with exterior wood siding attached vertically. The technique is common in the state of Hawaii. Single wall construction is similar to board and batt construction.

It is important to maintain a reasonable distance between earth and wood members to help prevent wood rot, and corrosive damage to metal frames. There are many components involved in site framed systems.
 

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