When evaluating the design of a timber frame house, an often overlooked area is the basement. Basements are typically used as a utility space and for heating and cooling units. A walkout basement is an excellent way to add value …
Why should you build a timber frame home? If you are a meticulous person who has a great eye for details, you’ll definitely appreciate the intricate process of timber framing construction. Timber framing is a traditional way of building structures …
Are you wondering, “Can I be an owner/builder for my timber frame house? ?“– Owner builders are people that enjoy a challenge and want to build their own timber frame house, either by contracting out the work or doing it all …
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So your timber frame house or bungalow has been raised, what now? Enclosures finish a timber frame house. You can expect your timber framing company to take care of the enclosures of your house. Most of the companies today …
The appraisal process – Unless you are sitting on a sum of disposable cash (and most of us unfortunately are not), getting a bank loan will be one of the starting points to getting your timber frame house kit. Banks …
Adding a guest suite with great features to your timber frame house plans ensures that your guests will find the room restful and welcoming. One of the joys of timber frame homes is the opportunity to share its beauty and …
Incorporating a timber frame into your house will bring many compliments from your adult visitors, but it also has the potential to bring squeals of delight from the younger age crowd. By including several key elements into your timber frame …
Getting a timber frame is not very difficult and folks enjoy the process. Below I have outlined six steps in getting a timber frame to help you to understand how to get a timber frame kit yourself. I am sure …
Timber frame houses have grown in popularity because they provide homeowners with a different “look” for houses. We are so used to seeing the typical conventionally framed houses that are built 99% of the time. Arguably, timber frame houses are …
Before deciding on a timber frame company to help you build your dream house, you should be assured that the company is capable of getting the job done. When meeting with the contractor for an initial consultation, you should ask …
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