Building Codes and Termites

[kalakoa]

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Originally posted by Rob Tucker

For this and other reason I have abandoned wood frame as an economic building method. In my analysis it is the least practical investment. Wood frame is short term with very high maintenance cost.

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Problem is, all the "superior" wood alternatives aren't readily available -- last I checked, everything is special-order and wait, which means your project has to be planned and budgeted well in advance.