2x8 Attic Floor Framing Cost

Construction ITEM DESCRIPTION

Construction estimating unit cost for attic floor joist framing.

Unit Size

One square foot of attic floor area.

Labor Costs

We figure a skilled carpenter can install about 55 square feet of floor framing per hour, with a little help from an unskilled worker. The quantity is adjusted by the ceiling framing spacing in the Structural Dimensions screen.

Material Costs

The cost includes .64 lineal feet of 2x8 lumber per square foot-- based on 24" spacing, with some additional lumber for headers, end framing and bridging. The quantity is adjusted by the ceiling framing spacing in the Structural Dimensions screen.

Suggested Quantity

Attic floor area.

Source of Construction Pricing

Based on costs from a couple of rehab projects done by Turtle Creek Construction.

Places Included

Architect Starter File, Construction Starter File, Developer Starter File, Framing Starter File.

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