Jim Anderson

Jim Anderson began framing houses in 1983 as an hourly worker. It wasn’t until he started his own framing business that working efficiently took on new meaning. Over twenty years later, Jim says that he still tries “to find at least one thing to improve on speed without sacrificing quality” on each house framed.

Cutting Floor Joists to Length

Learn time-saving techniques for the cutting and layout of joists.
Flexeel Pneumatic Hose Review

This lightweight but durable pneumatic hose is made of tough but flexible Dacron-polyester-reinforced polyurethane
TICLW12 Clawbar with Dimple Nail Puller Review

What sets the Clawbar with Dimpler apart from other cat's paws is its "dimpler" cylinder, designed to extract nails that are flush or slightly below the surface
Setting the Stage for Wall Framing

Stack the deck to ensure efficiency by cutting and preassembling the parts you need.
Laying Out a Common Rafter

Laying out hip, valley, and jack rafters takes experience and skill, but if you're building a simple gable or shed roof, common rafters are all you'll need.
Laying Out a Common Rafter

For simple gable or shed roofs, you need to learn this basic building block of roof framing.
The Well-Framed Floor

Whether it's the floor of a big house or a small addition, an accurate layout promotes smooth installation.
Mudsills: Where the Framing Meets the Foundation

Even if the foundation is not square or level, getting the mudsills right will get you back on track.
Using a Builder’s Level

Find the high spots by comparing measurements taken at different points along the foundation
Framing With a Crane

For lifting beams, walls or material, cranes can save your wallet and your back

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