Block vs Wood Frame Construction. Tampa General Contractor Explains Pros And Cons

Which is better? Block construction or wood frame construction?

This is a question we get asked all the time. The simple answer is as follows:
Block construction is traditionally more expensive but has fewer potential long-term issues because it is not susceptible to water damage. It can also be more limited for siding options.

Wood frame construction is traditionally less expensive but has more potential long-term issues and potential for repair requirements because it is a material susceptible to water damage. It can also allow more flexibility in siding options.

However, recent developments including rising lumber prices, changing building codes, and labor shortages have leveled the costs of these 2 construction methods. In this video, Brad Bachand will cover how and why these construction methods differ. Brad explains every step in each process and where cost variations come from for each.

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0:20 Which is cheaper? Block or wood?
1:18 Wood frame room addition
4:27 Block room addition
6:20 Why they are currently the same price
7:00 What you should build your room addition out of
7:37 Who to call for Tampa Bay remodeling

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[currently]

An honest contractor? Looks like you earned a sub. Thanks for the information!

[tomg]

Very well explained, straight to the point ! So refreshing compared to other obnoxious youtube channels.. Thank you!

[byardste]

CMU- Concrete Masonry Unit, not cement masonary unit. Dropping some knowledge today

[sohrobby]

This was super informative and convinced me that concrete block is the way to go. Thank you!

[_example]

Excellent content here mate.
Straight to the point and clean.
No BS.
Nice.

[KLynn-mrxd]

Very informative. I really appreciate that you take the time to answer questions. You rock!

[coolpix]

Great information! I was just looking at building my new home in block.

[rajabhaduri]

Hey Brad and more i watch your video convince me to hire you to build my little guest house in back yard...thanks again for real education.

[DabhandVindy]

Thank you for this information. Here in Eswatini I have never seen wood framing in home constructions and I have always wondered why

[Tomtrong-yb]

I would love to see more discussion about insulating concrete walls. What R value is required? What about the cores of the walls? Are you leaving them open, or filling them... and with what? What about the vapor barrier? Does the stucco provide that? Looking to build a concrete block home myself this next year in Florida. Still have a lot of questions. Really appreciate this video.

[SetAppointtinCalendy]

This video deserves an award🏆. I could see the steps in my mind. I want to get started with build to rent duplex’s and I am trying to educate myself on the best process. The plan is to buy the land with business credit cards and then get a construction loan. The problem is picking the correct crew etc who won’t take advantage because I am a lady.

[theflow]

I agree block is better and more secure especially in Florida weather. But you did fell to mission the concrete cell fill that goes inside the block cavities. It actually makes the block foundation stronger.

[joshuafootman]

Since you love block I'd love to show you what we are doing in Orlando with an innovative concrete block

[RaymondBarrett]

Wow, fantastic video! I'm considering a block vs wood barn and wanted to go block to be more sturdy, cooler, and perhaps perform better in storms. Interesting that at this point, in the South, sounds like it's recommended for many reasons and now the same price as wood. Very interesting.

[alf]

Very good information. Thanks for sharing. Just a comment: at 5:00, CMU stands for Concrete Masonry Unit, not cement...

[TheREALJoey-T]

When you go further and consider the cost of exterior siding, if you use split-face block, the siding is done as soon as the blocks are done.

[avwes]

Just love your passion and experience...I just subscribed. Happy to watch all your videos going forward.

[bertdrake]

Great video, I was thinking this was slightly the case, but this helps to confirm.

[j.peaceo]

Thank you for the detailed explanation.

[jamesbrockett]

Yes . Build your foundation to code. I am a plasterer 30 years . If you live somewhere with high humidity try to leave air between stucco and substrate, But, I could be wrong.