At CTS (Complete Timber Solutions) we manufacture, supply and erect the timber frame that more and more residential and commercial buildings are built with. The use of timber frame helps to provide exceptionally comfortable living and working environments and makes a positive contribution to a sustainable environment.

We have the knowledge and flexibility to solve your construction problems. From the smallest extension or garage to large single dwellings, whole developments, blocks of flats and commercial/office buildings we have the facilities, skills and experience to deliver a quality product, on time and budget.

From our offices and workshop based near Woodbridge we have good access to the A12 and A14 allowing fast efficient delivery and support throughout East Anglia.

“Timber framed construction is contributing to the drive to provide people with good, modern homes of proven sustainability and
efficient construction. It also serves my Government’s aims of reducing C02 emissions” - Rt, Hon Nick Raynsford MP, Minister with responsibility for Building Regulations 2002

Timber Frame Facts

1. Timber frame construction requires approximately 20% fewer on-site labour days than masonry construction.

2. Modern methods of construction including timber frame should make it possible to build more with the same amount of on-site labour.

3. Timber frame homes are weather tight in almost half the time, leading to quality, efficiency and health and safety benefits. Quality is protected because weather cannot damage what has already been built; working conditions are improved because the workforce is protected from rain and excessive cold or sun.

4. Faster construction and reduced on-site work bring financial benefits. These financial benefits make open panel techniques more cost-effective overall than more established techniques.

5. Snagging costs are reduced because off-site construction elements are subject to the tighter quality control made possible in factory conditions.

6. The need for on-site inspection decreases as the amount of off-site work increases.

7. Timber frame systems are particularly suited to brown field sites with poor soil conditions and sites with restricted access.

8. Open panel timber frame construction delivers a financial boost of up to £35 per square meter over brick and block construction. Registered social landlords (RSLs) and other developers are able to draw down housing grants faster and reduce interest payments on capital to fund developments.

Source: National Audit Office - Using Modern Methods of Construction to Build Homes Quickly and Efficiently. The full report can be downloaded from:
http://www.nao.org.uk/publications/nao_reports/05-06/mmc.pdf