We work to provide our clients with new buildings that meet all of their requirements. Here, we discuss with them what they need from a new home. Afterwards, we draw up a plan and get to work constructing their new property. There are many advantages to building new homes using timber frames. At the same time, there are various details you need to keep in mind. Read on to discover the most important considerations with this particular style of building.
Build time
One of the leading advantages with timber construction is it reduces build time. It is possible to pre-manufacture the framing structure in a factory. You can then bring it straight to site ready for assembly and the next phases. The on site construction can take as little as a few days. Thus, the building's exterior skin goes on rapidly. You will then be able to progress with the internal finishes more quickly. Saying this, it is necessary to factor in the manufacture and design time you will do off site. Timber frame construction is an engineered solution. As such, you will need a structural engineer to make certain the frame you are designing will take any loads you impose on it. The design and construction stage can take as long as three months. So, you need to place orders well in advance. This way, the build can progress to your schedule. A timber frame's design also has extremely little tolerance. Since that is the case, you must guarantee that slabs are accurate and level. When you install everything however, the installation of insulation and internal services is typically simple because the walls are relatively hollow.
Performance
The next consideration is performance. Timber is a substance that insulates naturally. You can also add extra insulation to the exterior walls very easily. Plus, you can design additional depth into these walls if you need extra thermal performance. Some homes today now opt for a 140mm-thick wall construction. This is to obtain Scandinavian levels of insulation.
Efficiency
The cost of a masonry construction and timber frame building are somewhat similar. Yet, overall project costs tend to be lower with timber. This is thanks to the efficiency that comes with the construction. Timber is a renewable substance. It is also an entirely carbon-neutral construction material. This is true even when you throw transportation into the mix. In addition, the wood is entirely organic and non-toxic. You can use it with ease if you decide to erect something new.