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Wood Framing

Metal/Wood
Framing

Pillco Construction Corp it's an expert general contractor for residential and commercial projects. Specializing in metal and wood framing. High-quality workmanship and exceptional customer service. Trust us for all your construction.

We Specialize in Big Cities´ Apartment Renovations

Manhattan Apartment Remodeling

Premier Wood/Metal Framing Service

WOOD framing

Wood-framed-house

Custome Wood Residential/Commercial Cabinets

  • Residential, house additions, multi-family complexes or commercial wood framing

  • Balloon, platform and semi-balloon framing.

  • Quality workmanship guaranteed

  • We offer you quality, safety, and fair prices.

metal framing

Metal Framing

Metal Structure Framing will never warp and rot

  • Insect resistant

  • Gauge Steel studs

  • Green product (recyclable)

  • Durable, long lasting

  • Endurance, stand powerful winds

  • Lesser cost than wood

residential &
commercial

Metal Framing - Commercial

Why Steel?

  • Versatile. High strength ratio

  • Innovative. Less weight makes different shapes possible

  • Speed. Quick and accurately assembly

  • Less waste. Reduces from 20% to 1% on customized fabrication. 

Metal & Wood Framing Gallery

With 20+ years of experience in the industry, Pillco Construction Corp have built a reputation for excellence and reliability. Our metal and wood framing gallery showcases our expertise in creating durable and beautiful structures that stand the test of time. Trust us to bring your construction vision to life with our exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail.

We Serve the Connecticut State Area

Metal/Wood Framing FAQs

What is residential wood framing? It involves creating a structure of vertical studs that provide a frame for the interior and exterior walls. These vertical elements support horizontal wooden elements, or joists, that run the entire length of the floor and between walls - when this happens they're known as beams.

What are the three types of residential framing? Modern wood framing essentially includes three types: balloon, platform and semi-balloon framing. With long lumber lengths, vertical load-bearing framing studs run continuously from foundation to roof.

How do you price framing? The average framing cost per square foot ranges from $5 to $10. However, prices usually go up to $15 with the need for waterproofing and insulation. The average interior wall framing prices per square foot range from $7 to $12.

What is the standard framing for a house? Conventional framing, the industry standard for framing residential construction, typically consists of 2x4 or 2x6 wood framing spaced 16 inches on center, double top plates, three-stud corners, multiple jack studs, double or triple headers, unnecessary cripple studs and other redundant members.

Do carpenters do metal framing? Interior systems carpenters specialize in assembling complex systems such as acoustical ceilings, computer-access flooring, metal framing, wall partitions, and office furniture.

Is metal framing cheaper than wood? Wood studs are generally less expensive than metal studs. Market fluctuations in the price of wood can make the metal studs' price more competitive. Metal studs can only be used with screws, which cost more than framing nails.

How to estimate metal framing? With these two numbers, the formula is pretty simple: 1.- Number of studs needed = (Wall Width / On-Center Spacing)+ 1. 2.- Plate studs needed: (Wall Width / Stud Length) * 4. 3.- Total Studs * (Waste Percentage / 100 + 1)

Is metal framing stronger than wood? Metal studs are not as strong as wood studs. Wood can support more weight than metal studs. Wood studs can be used for load-bearing walls, new cabinets, doorways, and frames. Wood studs' biggest fault is that they are susceptible to rot and warping, which can compromise a building's integrity

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