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No sure about that. Multis typically have multiple pitch roofs which makes it more expensive, more windows. More siding.

And when its multilevel I no longer feel comfortable replacing all of the above myself so now labor costs add to it.

I mean I know everyone assumes since I live in a ranch I’m a cripple old man who can’t do anything for himself but I like doing my own maint

 

true story

multi level houses share foundation and roof framing / roofing costs between levels so those elements are less expensive per square foot

and its called a Rancher here

and who knew posting a picture of a footing pour would create such a hubbub

 

You know how the US is, everything is a bipartisan issue. To include foundations.

 

Ive always known them as ranchers to

 

Depends on the house. My old 2400 sqft 2 story had 24 windows and a relatively simple roof. My new 1400 sqft rambler has 25 windows and a roofer's nightmare of multiple pitches. I don't get why some seem to think ramblers are for old people. I lived in a 2 story for 27 years and a rambler is just better for day to day living. It's more expensive from a construction and land perspective, so that makes it luxury home right?

 

Ranchers aren't for old people per se but single story , open plan living sure makes sense for oldies

 

Not really...i hate stairs...Ill take a single story house anyday

 

not really what ?

 

Replacing this crap...

With this crap...

Got a bunch of these fkrs still left to do...

 

I dont like stairs either. Or having a house where I don’t use half of it. I only want what I need and nothing else.

 

Thats it , I'm not posting anymore pics of this job , just too controversial

Catch ya on the next one

 

Bet you’re doing a pier and beam foundation on the next one.

 

Well, the bamboo floor is getting there...

 

Senco flooring nailer ?

 

I'll do you one better, look up a "permanent wood foundation"

 

thats Manitoba shit bro

 

I’ve replaced many cedar piers/posts with concrete piers. If the drainage around the house was adequate they didn’t look too bad, but usually termite damaged.