re: How to figure sqft framing costs

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There are two houses to be built with the same square footage. One has a roof with 8/12 and 10/12 roof pitches with multiple slopes and 10 and 12 foot interior ceilings. The other has a 4/12 gable roof and 8 foot ceilings. Why would a framer agree to do both houses for $6 sq ft? I wouldn't

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The $6/sqft is their general estimating number. Usually, standard home design or features won’t contribute any extra. The “simpler” home design may be able to get a lower price, but usually framers try to be consistent and basic in their pricing. If anything, you’re taking time and labor away from a job they could charge $6/sqft.

Some will price archways, rolled/barrel ceilings, special pitches, etc. as extra or add-on costs.

$6/sqft in todays market is pretty good. I paid $5.50 with a few complex features back in 2017.