FRAMING SERVICES

Framing Services in Wichita, KS

Framing is the part of construction most homeowners never see once the walls go up, but it’s the part that determines whether everything built on top of it, drywall, flooring, cabinetry, holds up the way it should. A house is only as square and stable as its frame, and that’s true whether we’re framing a brand-new home from the foundation up or opening a wall for a remodel.

Our framing crews handle new home construction, additions, and structural work tied to remodeling projects, including load-bearing wall removal, header installation, and floor system repairs. This is one of those trades where experience matters more than almost any other part of construction, because mistakes made in framing get buried behind finish work and don’t show up until months or years later as sagging floors, cracked drywall, or doors that won’t close right.

New Construction Framing

For new builds, framing is where the house actually starts taking shape, walls, floor systems, roof trusses, and everything that defines the layout you designed. We work closely with the plans developed during the design phase and make sure dimensions, load points, and structural requirements are followed exactly, since even small deviations here can cause problems for every trade that comes after us. We check for square, plumb, and level constantly throughout the process, not just at the end.

Structural Work for Remodels

A lot of our framing work happens inside existing homes, opening up a wall between a kitchen and living room, adding a header where a load-bearing wall used to be, or reframing a floor that’s developed a noticeable bounce or slope. This kind of work requires knowing which walls are actually load-bearing (it’s not always obvious), sizing headers correctly for the span, and making sure temporary supports are in place before anything gets cut. We don’t take shortcuts on structural work, because the consequences of getting it wrong show up in the rest of the house.

Our Framing Process

Every framing project starts with a review of the plans or, for remodels, an assessment of the existing structure to identify what’s load-bearing and what isn’t. We handle permitting requirements where applicable, since structural changes typically need sign-off from the local building department. Material is ordered to spec, and framing proceeds in sequence, floor systems, walls, roof structure, with inspections built in at the appropriate stages so problems get caught before they’re covered up by the next trade.

Working With Other Trades

Framing sets the stage for everything that follows, so we coordinate closely with our own roofing, siding, and sheetrock crews (or your other contractors, if you’re managing a project with multiple companies) to make sure rough openings, electrical chases, and plumbing runs all have the space they need before walls are closed in.

Signs of Framing Problems in Existing Homes

Sloping or bouncy floors, doors and windows that stick or won’t latch properly, visible cracks in drywall near corners, or gaps appearing between walls and ceilings can all point to framing issues, whether from age, water damage, or a load-bearing wall that was altered incorrectly at some point. If you’re noticing any of these, it’s worth having someone look at the structure before doing cosmetic repairs that will just crack again.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you tell if a wall is load-bearing?

Yes, this is one of the first things we assess before any wall removal. It often requires looking at the floor and roof framing above and below the wall in question, not just the wall itself.

Do structural changes require a permit?

In most cases, yes. We handle the permitting process for structural work to keep everything code-compliant and properly documented.

How long does framing take for a new home?

It varies by home size and complexity, typically two to four weeks for a standard single-family home, though additions and remodel framing are usually much faster.

If you’re planning new construction or considering opening up a wall, talk to us early. Framing decisions made at the start of a project affect everything that comes after.