Metal Studs Division
Built Straight. Built Strong.
Grade A Construction’s Metal Studs Division provides light-gauge steel framing for commercial and residential interior wall systems across Southeastern Wisconsin. With over four decades of interior construction experience, our crews deliver precise, code-compliant steel framing that serves as the backbone of every quality interior finish.
From single-story residential builds to large-scale commercial projects, Grade A coordinates metal stud framing seamlessly with our Insulation, Drywall and Acoustic Ceiling divisions — keeping your project on one call and on schedule.
Where We Work
Commercial & Residential Applications
Light-gauge steel framing is the preferred choice for interior walls in a wide range of construction types. Grade A installs metal stud systems across both commercial and residential markets.
Office Buildings
Interior partition walls, demising walls and ceiling grid systems for office and corporate environments.
Healthcare Facilities
Precision steel framing for hospitals, clinics and medical offices where dimensional accuracy and code compliance are critical.
Retail & Restaurant
Fast, efficient steel framing for tenant improvements, build-outs and remodels in retail and food service spaces.
Multi-Unit Residential
Consistent, repeatable steel framing across apartment complexes, condominiums and multi-family housing projects.
Schools & Education
Durable steel partition systems for K-12 schools, universities and vocational facilities with demanding use requirements.
New Home Construction
Residential steel framing for basements, bonus rooms and specialty walls where lumber warping and shrinkage are a concern.
Why Steel Framing
Advantages of Metal Studs
Dimensionally Stable
Steel doesn't warp, shrink or swell with moisture changes — walls stay straight.
Fire Resistant
Non-combustible steel framing meets and exceeds fire code requirements.
Mold & Pest Resistant
Steel doesn't support mold growth and is impervious to termites and insects.
Consistent Dimensions
Every stud is identical — no culling, no knots, no surprises on site.
Lightweight
Lighter than wood framing, reducing load on the structure and ease of handling.
Recyclable
100% recyclable at end of life — an environmentally responsible framing choice.
Grade A Standards
What to Expect on Every Job
Plumb, Level & Square
Every wall framed to exact tolerances — ready for drywall without callbacks.
Code-Compliant Layouts
Stud spacing, blocking and backing installed per local building codes.
Coordinated with Other Trades
Openings, blocking and backing for doors, windows and fixtures pre-built into the frame.
Clean Job Site
Scrap steel and packaging removed from site at end of every work day.
On-Schedule Delivery
Metal stud work coordinated with insulation and drywall to keep your project moving.
Experienced Crews
Field supervisor Wade Zaffke brings 30+ years of commercial framing experience to every project.
The Grade A Advantage
One Contractor. All Interior Phases.
When Grade A handles your metal stud framing, insulation, drywall and acoustic ceilings under a single contract, coordination becomes effortless. Our field supervisor tracks all phases together, calls inspections at the right time, and hands off cleanly between divisions — so your project moves forward without the phone tag.
Grade A’s Metal Studs Division is supervised by Wade Zaffke, Field Operations Manager with over 30 years of experience in commercial metal studs and acoustic ceiling tile. Wade keeps every project on schedule and problem free.
Ready to Frame Your Next Project?
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