Expert Framing Services Ottawa: Wood & Steel House Framing
In Ottawa, KV Construction builds strong frames for new homes, additions, and fix-ups. We work with both wood and steel to build house frames. Our licensed framers work in Ottawa and nearby areas like Burritts Rapids—call (343) 549-1214 for a free estimate. We have three generations of building experience and follow all building regulations.
House framing is the bones of your home that hold up walls, floors, and roofs. Ottawa builders use wood or steel to make strong frames that keep your home standing.
Complete house framing includes:
Floor systems with wooden beams and a base floor
Outside and inside wall frames with posts and beams
Roof beams that hold up your ceiling
Licensed framers make sure everything follows the building rules. We work with foundation teams to start framing after the concrete is hard.
What does house framing include in Ottawa?
Complete framing gives you the bones of your home before drywall or insulation goes in. We install floor beams that hold weight, wall posts and top beams that hold up your roof, and roof beams that shape your ceiling. We also add connection points for the outside boards that protect you from the weather.
In Ottawa, framers work with foundation teams to check when concrete is ready. We use special wood beams built to handle local weather and snow weight. Your inspected frame is then ready for electricians, plumbers, and heating workers to start their jobs.
What Complete House Framing Includes
Wood Framing vs Steel Framing for Ottawa Homes
Wood framing goes up faster than steel and costs less money. Carpenters can change wood frames easily without special tools. Steel framing, on the other hand, produces straighter walls and can span longer distances without extra support posts.
Wood bends a little with hot and cold weather, which works better than steel, which grows and shrinks. On the other hand, steel posts never get bugs or bend out of shape, but they take longer to install when it's cold. Burritts Rapids builders typically pick wood for most homes and use steel for business buildings or wet rooms like bathrooms.
Building permits are required for all house framing work in Ottawa. You give drawings to the building department, pay the fees, and wait for approval before framing starts.
The Ottawa building department checks that plans follow Ontario Building Code rules. After we finish the rough framing, an inspector checks the wall layout, beam sizes, and nail spacing. Getting proper permits prevents stop-work orders and failed inspections that can delay your move-in date.
Permit Requirements for Framing Projects in Ottawa
Professional framing takes 1-2 weeks for a normal house and 3-5 days for a one-story addition. Team size, weather, roof complexity, and lumber delivery affect how long it takes. Knowing the schedule helps you plan when electricians, plumbers, and inspectors should come.
Winter framing in Ottawa needs more time because of frozen ground and shorter daylight. How long concrete takes to harden decides your exact start date. We give you a detailed schedule after looking at your plans.
How Long Professional House Framing Takes
Advanced framing uses posts spaced 24 inches apart, single top beams, two-post corners, and beams sized just right for the weight they hold. These methods waste less wood and leave more room for insulation. Less wood in your walls means less heat escapes through the wood itself.
Oxford Mills builders can save you money by using advanced framing in places with cold winters that require a lot of heating. The Ontario Building Code allows these methods when engineers approve them. We design frames that keep heat in while following all building rules.
Advanced Framing Techniques That Reduce Energy Costs
The right framing contractor builds straight walls, finishes on time, and passes inspections. Check for WSIB coverage, insurance, Ontario Building Code knowledge, and references from recent jobs. Avoid contractors who refuse to show insurance, only give quotes over the phone, or push you to pay a deposit right away.
Ottawa contractors should know how to protect work from freezing and understand the special rules for wood beams in local weather. Get three written quotes that list materials and timing. Compare their experience, not just price.
Selecting a Qualified Framing Contractor
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes, we frame homes and businesses for new construction, additions, garages, and basements. Our crew handles jobs from one-story additions to complete new homes across Ottawa.
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Framing usually starts 1-2 weeks after the foundation gets hard. Call (343) 549-1214 to check our current schedule for your project start date.
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We prepare drawings that are ready for permits and work with the Ottawa building department on inspections. Our team makes sure all framing work follows Ontario Building Code rules before the inspector comes.
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Yes, we frame all year with experience in cold weather. We use proper site protection and adjust our schedule for shorter daylight and frozen ground.
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We serve Ottawa and nearby areas, including Burritts Rapids, Oxford Mills, and rural properties. Call to confirm we can work in your location.
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Yes, we install wood and steel framing based on what your project needs. Our team follows engineers’ plans and recommends the best material for your building type and budget.
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