Access Hatch Framing Cost

Construction Item Description

Framing estimating unit cost for the additional framing required for an access hatch or doorway in a wall. This item can apply to an access panel behind shower or tub plumbing, or a doorway to the space under stairs or behind the knee wall in a Cape Cod building.

Unit Size

One hatchway.

Labor Costs

This construction unit cost includes 1/2 hour of carpenter time to frame the opening.

Material Costs

We figure an additional 16 lineal feet of 2x4 lumber to frame the hatch with double headers and cripples.

Suggested Quantity

No suggested quantity. Enter the number of hatchways required.

Source of Construction Pricing

Based on crew timing from a couple of projects done by Turtle Creek Construction.

Places Included

Architect Starter File, Construction Starter File, Framing Starter File

Comments

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