residential framing

How to Read a Roof and Floor Framing Plan (…So You Don’t Miss What’s Holding Everything Up)

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If you’ve ever stared at a wall of framing details wondering what actually matters, this post will show you exactly how to read a framing plan—so you spot structural issues before they become inspection fails. How to Read a Framing Plan Like an Inspector Reading a set of construction plans isn’t just about seeing what’s … Read more

Fireblocking vs Firestopping: Know the Difference Before Your Inspection Gets Red-Tagged

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Let’s clear up one of the most common misunderstandings I see on job sites—and during framing inspections—when it comes to fireblocking vs. firestopping. These two terms are not interchangeable, and if you mix them up during rough-in, it’s going to cost you time, possibly a failed inspection, and maybe even require you to tear out … Read more