Episode 31: Framing, Cornice & Roof Decking – How to Build the Structure of a Custom Home
If you're planning to build a home, understanding the structural phase is essential to successful home building. In this episode of Building With Breven, we continue our 7-part mini series inspired by our most downloaded episode, Ep. 22, diving deeper into Step 3: Framing, Cornice, and Roof Decking.
Knowing how to build a home from the ground up starts with getting the frame right—and this is especially critical for custom homes, where every detail matters.
In this episode, you'll learn:
What framing, cornice, and roof decking actually include in modern home construction
Why engineering matters: structural loads, windstorm requirements, and long-term durability
Choosing between metal framing and wood framing when you build a home
Smart framing techniques for efficient, sustainable home building (like California corners and 24” OC spacing)
What “drying in” means and how cornice work ties into windows, soffits, and fascia
Weatherproofing strategies and exterior insulation best practices (also see Ep. 10)
Types of roof decking and how they impact your custom home’s performance
Whether you’re hiring a builder or overseeing your own custom home project, this episode will help you better understand how to make smart, cost-effective decisions during one of the most critical phases in the home construction process.
At Breven Homes, we’re committed to helping homeowners like you learn exactly how to build a home with confidence—from concept to completion.
🎧 Tune in now to strengthen your knowledge and take the next step in your home building journey.
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