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Estimate Florida Consulting provides lumber cost estimating for small and big construction projects. We have worked for residential and commercial lumber estimating. Our professional lumber estimator work to provide a highly accurate lumber estimate report to win more projects.
We offer lumber estimating services for contractors, subcontractors, manufacturers, installers, and distributors.
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The Best Lumber for Framing, Consider Treated or Manufactured Wood. Redwood or cedar hold up to the elements, but a less expensive option might be to go with pressure-treated wood that is resistant to water, insects, and rot. This is easier to maintain, too, and can extend the longevity of your structure.
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Hardwoods are commonly used in the construction of walls, ceilings and floors, while softwoods are often used to make doors, furniture and window frames. Some examples of the most popular hardwoods include oak, maple, mahogany, cherry, walnut, and teak.
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Framing lumber choices for building homes
Framing lumber, also known as structural wood, is the grade of wood used for house framing (studs, Larsen Trusses for Double-Stud walls, headers, roof trusses and floor joists, etc. as well as in timber frame construction). Its technical characteristics make it perfectly suitable when large spans are necessary. The list below outlines the different types of wood used as framing lumber most commonly used for house construction and increasingly in timber frames for multi-family low to mid-rise construction throughout the US and Canada.
Light structural lumber
Light structural lumber is mainly used in the residential construction of single family homes. This timber is milled from softwood trees (spruce, fir and pine) that are sawn and machine-planed to standard dimensions (2x4", 2x6", 2x8", etc.). Wood as a framing material is advantageous in that it doesn't undergo much transformation during processing, it has a low embodied energy, it's a renewable resource and it stores carbon.
Heavy timber
Heavy timber refers to any dimensional lumber over 4.5" and is often used for post-and-beam construction or timber frame homes. Large dimensions of wood can support heavy loads and facilitate long spans, in addition to being surprisingly fire resistant.
Finger-jointed lumber
Finger-jointed lumber (also known as end-jointed and end-glued) is manufactured using short, dry pieces of wood that have been machined on each end and joined using a water repellent structural adhesive. This technique is ecologically beneficial, as it makes use of short pieces of wood to create a finished product that is larger, more stable and easier to align, and is often combined with Glulam and CLT type products to make substantial timber structural elements for "Plyscrapers" etc - (see below).
The Effect of Lumber Prices on the Cost of Housing
Lumber prices have increased dramatically this decade, making new homes less affordable. Prices averaged $200 per 1,000 board feet during the 1980’s; for the 1990’s prices have averaged over $300. The increases have been caused primarily by environmental restrictions on timber harvesting in the forests of the Pacific Northwest. The cost of lumber and wood products accounts for one-third of the costs of materials used to build a home. A typical 2,000 square-foot-home uses nearly 16,000 board feet of lumber and 6,000 square feet of structural panels, such as plywood. At $400 per 1,000 board feet, the lumber package for a 2,000-square-foot-home costs nearly $10,000.
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At Estimate Florida Consulting, we offer detailed cost estimates across all major trades, ensuring no part of your project is overlooked. From the foundation to the finishing touches, our trade-specific estimates provide you with a complete and accurate breakdown of costs for any type of construction project.
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Process To Get Lumber Estimate Report
Here I am going to share some steps to get your lumber estimate report.
You need to send your plan to us.
You can send us your plan on info@estimatorflorida.com
You receive a quote for your project.
Before starting your project, we send you a quote for your service. That quote will have detailed information about your project. Here you will get information about the size, difficulty, complexity and bid date when determining pricing.
Get Estimate Report
We do lumber estimating and prepare a detailed report for your project. At last you finalize the report and finish the project.
Steps to Follow
Our Simple Process to Get Your Estimate
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Upload Plans
Submit your project plans, blueprints, or relevant documents through our online form or via email.
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Receive Quotation
We’ll review your project details and send you a quote based on your scope and requirements.
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Confirmation
Confirm the details and finalize any adjustments to ensure the estimate meets your project needs.
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Receive your detailed, trade-specific estimate within 1-2 business days, ready for your project execution.
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