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Measure Foundation Snap out dimensions Lay sill plate straight / shim Build walkout Set beams and brace WILL NEED TO TEACH Frame floor joist (missing all plumbing) see # 21. (crawl spaces) and HVAC runs. Squash block Stair hole with correct placement and size. Proper hangers glued as well as proper nail size and count correctly nailed. Plywood used with layout and waste to be minimized. Glue and Ringshank nailing to specifications a. 4 OC Seam b. 8 In Field Beam Blocking and sheeting of cantilevers. Also block insulation. Shoot in floor or WALLS WILL NOT WORK!!!! Build garage walls sheet and block too a. Correct wall height (best if measured A.F.F. floor). b. Crown / string line walls c. Backjambs Check green plate for breaks within 12 optimal. Snap out possible different colored chalk (if provided). While snap out separate cut walls. Write #s on floor for easy coding. Separate bands begin frame. Check for baring points (correct size and amount). Check trimmers and king studs (correct size and amount). Discuss header up or down. Sheet walls and square. a. Block seems and stager. Minimal brace TOO MANY IS DANGEROUS!!! a. Level (square, plumb, straight) Lay out plate down (safer and easier). Roll second floor. Rim / Block / Squash block. All backing including B.O. backing. Sheet Snap / cut ply after (nail rim) Disassemble wall pack Separate Frame W/ HVAC runs, plumbing etc Plumb walls Boom trusser Use correct layout hips, clips etc WILL NEED TO TEACH Proper use of ties, nails, beaming placement (place before laterals) a. Sizer b. Pitch 33 c. Tricks 330 etc d. Ask about T brace VS. Laterals and cost effective takeoffs Sheet w/ H clips of required All over hangs, roof vents (correct size and amount) Barges Blocking for details a. Plant boxes b. Garage jams Fire block a. HVAC, drops, etc.

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Stairs, walls only Crawlspace vents 30x30 All knit knee walls / FP frame not detail Walls lined, ceiling line backing, drywall backing Attic Access Roof nailed Site material stacked and clean Corners nailed / walls nailed for stack ext. nailed for sheer * Monos set for plumb, beam straight Plywood roof no gap over to (? See Tim) pull 48 for ply Cut (? See Tim) Line walls straight NEED TO TEACH * Window reveals framer M.C. (height and size option) * *Depending on accuracy of truss

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Back Outs 1. 2. Arches Drops (some after HVAC and plumbing) a. 2 times punch for B.O.

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3. Stairs, landings, reveals 4. Basement Frame (include or separate?) See Tim 5. All extra HVAC runs 6. Chase box out 7. F.P. details 8. Art niche, shelves (includes plant, bench, etc) Attic access Important Knee walls for other than kit Stair wall walls a. Options change rail etc 11. Planter Boxes 12. Punch or Frame Foreman responsible for the following: 13. Shim & Shave 14. Floor Squeaks 15. Line Walls 16. Check for missed bracing 17. Wall Spikes 18. Remove final braces (can be don by Cut Up Crew 19. Ask what to do with excess waste 20. Frame Inspection: 1. Inspect entire frame including Wedge, anchors, concrete etc Everything must be within code. 2. Get final sign off a. Certain % to be held for final inspection Against retainer Possible back damage Trim: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. All exterior Lap siding including Band aids, corner covers, etc(if necessary) All window trim and flashing Ser windows, seal and caulk Corbels Look outs (except where indicated) for Example: a. For Framer

6. Garage jams * NO BACKJAM FRAME

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9. Proper nailing WILL TEACH depth and specs 10. Required warranty Hold small % until final walk through For example: Back charges from painter

11. RULES: Notify for punch if stud bows

12. Proper use of trim (sub, facia, lookouts, etc) 13. Proper set of windows centerline, nailing and flashing for example: Flash window and trim EXCLUDE TYVEK this will be paid for separately. Job Site Safety: TRIM: 1. 2. 3. Rails 4. Harness for poles Make every task as easy as possible but always safely. Mud sills

FRAME: 1. Ramps a. 1 in front b. 1 in back 2. Builder SHOULD provide window well covers 3. Lids, glasses and springs 4. Remove kickers after frame a. NOTE: if steep pitch, responsibility is Roofers or Punch (may be a charge) 5. Clean Up and Trash Removal a. May use Temp Labor depending on funds NOTES