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Pressure Treated Mudsill Constrution

The pressure treated mudsill is the beginning of the framing process. This is where the wood meets the concrete. It is usually separated by a vapor barrier and bound tightly with anchor bolts. Before the Mudsill can be Installed First things first when it comes to starting the framing process.  Check the dimensions of the […]

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Means of Egress | Windows – Doors – Halls – Stairs

Means of Egress Means of egress is basically an escape route from a dwelling in the event of a fire or other catastrophe according to most building codes. These general guidelines are based in the 2012 IRC. Door Egress There should be a clear path from everywhere in the dwelling to a door without going […]

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Floor Joists Span Chart for 2012 IRC

The floor Joist span chart and building code requirements are based on data from the 2012 International Residential Code using number 2 lumber. Types of Floor Joists Joists for use in residential framing applications fall into two different categories; tree sawed and engineered. This page focuses on the tree sawed variety. Kiln dried number 2 Pine is the […]