Stock-length planning
The estimator favors common board lengths up to 16 feet and identifies where long built-up beams require supported, staggered splices.
Opening framing
Door and window rough openings affect stud counts and add preliminary headers, king studs, jack studs and sills.
Hardware allowances
Hangers, rated connector fasteners, rafter ties and preliminary pier-to-beam connectors appear as their own line items.
Member sizes and connectors are preliminary. Final selection requires local loads, spans, species, grade and connection design.