Are you one of the many people in Hampshire and Surrey turning to timber framed buildings? When used as a construction material, timber provides a wide range of benefits, so it’s little surprise that it continues to rise in popularity. At SLK Construction, we offer a specialist design-and-build service for timber framed structures. This includes entirely new builds that we manage from the groundworks up. But it also applies to development work on existing homes, such as property extensions and property renovations.
Our company operates out of Church Crookham, and we cover all surrounding locations. This includes key service areas like Basingstoke, Farnham and Guildford, to name a few.
In this blog, we answer some of the most popular questions we receive about timber frame construction.
Are timber frames environmentally friendly?
Absolutely. When compared with practically all other building methods, timber frame construction has the lowest CO2 emissions. As an added bonus, we source timber from sustainable woodlands and forests with an approved management system.
Are timber frames cheaper or more expensive to use?
Of course, projects like property extensions, renovations and new builds all have set budgets. It’s little surprise, then, that this is one of the most common questions we receive. And the short answer is – it depends.
Construction projects, including property renovations, come in all shapes and sizes. As such, they have an array of variables that impact jobs in different ways.
Generally speaking, timber costs are more predictable than alternatives, so you’re less likely to see sudden spikes. And because we can partly pre-cut, modulate and build frames offsite, these projects almost always have a faster turnaround than brick builds. Less time on your site in Basingstoke, Farnham, Guildford or the neighbouring areas means less money spent on labour.
What’s more, the process of constructing timber framed buildings isn’t weather dependent, so a spot of rain won’t cause costly delays either. All things considered, choosing a timber frame can work out as a cheaper solution.
Do timber frames have a higher fire risk?
Definitely not. Be it property extensions, new builds or part of property renovations, timber frames must meet the standards for fire safety as stated in the UK Building Regulations. This means there’s no difference in fire risk between a timber frame or a brick and block build.
Why should I choose timber over other construction methods?
You will have your own motivations for looking into timber framed buildings. All our clients in Basingstoke, Farnham, Guildford and the surrounding region choose this option for a personal reason. However, some of the most appealing drivers include:
• Quick Building Time
• Unique Design Possibilities
• Cost-Effective Solution
• Builds Not Dependent on Weather
• Sustainable Building Method
• Impressive Thermal Insulation
• Outstanding Construction Quality
• Strong, Durable and Lightweight Builds