F.A.Q.

First you should contact your area planning department to find out minimum size requirement of footprint and the maximum height that is allowed, and if you are even permitted to build this type of building on your land. That takes a phone call. Have your legal land description and civic address ready before you call.

The most important is your development permit and building permit.

You can do many customizations to any one of our floor plans.

The longevity a Timber home will last for many generations and the compliments you will get over the years.

Our founder Andre Depelteau has been building homes for 20 years and is the founder of Knotty Pine Cabins.

We ship all over Canada and assemble primarily in Alberta and British Columbia.

Additional costs are and not limited to:
Plumbing, foundation, electrical, cabinets, flooring, and permits.

We currently don’t offer financing, but we do have a layaway plan.

Yes, we will give you our exact cost before starting any work.

The best way to reach us is by phoning. Call us at +1 (780) 379-8999, emailing us at info@timberbuilthomes.ca, or using our form on our Contact Page.

Yes, we do in person consultations.

Replies are usually the same day.

Yes, you can customize any floor plan.

We do offer plans for different plot sizes and can customize any plan you might already have.

Yes, our floor plans can be downloaded for offline viewing. This allows you to make changes easily.

Timber frame homes are renowned for their strength and durability, with many examples still standing after hundreds of years. According to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), timber frame homes typically offer higher fire tolerance, can absorb impacts and flex during seismic activity, and stand up to hurricane- and tornado-force winds better than other types of construction.

Timber frame homes can reduce construction costs in several ways. Compared to stacked log houses, they require less wood since only the frame is made of timber. Additionally, they are less labor-intensive to build, saving on manpower, and they need fewer heavy machines, for material handling. The way our walls our built-on site also speeds up construction, further saving time and money.

Timber frame homes are an eco-conscious choice for several reasons. Trees are a renewable resource, and since timber frame homes require less wood, fewer trees are needed, reducing the impact on forests. Additionally, many timber frame homes use our simple wall system which provide numerous environmental benefits, such as reducing energy consumption, minimizing construction waste, and improving indoor air quality. The airtight and well-insulated shell we create can lead to annual energy savings of 50-60% when combined with other energy-efficient techniques.

In a timber frame home, large, load-bearing hand-hewn or milled timbers form the structural frame. These timbers are connected horizontally and vertically using metal brackets fitted to each joint with large LAG screws. For much stronger joints then a mortise and tenon joint. The open spaces between the beams are filled and insulated with wall sections which seal the exterior of the home and create interior walls that showcase the exposed timber frame.

Timber frame homes offer incredible design flexibility, perfect for homeowners who want a variety of options. Since you aren’t working with stacked logs, essential components like electrical and HVAC systems can be hidden behind the walls. The frame supports the structure, meaning fewer walls are needed, allowing for open floor plans, more placement options for doors and windows, and high, cathedral-like ceilings. Additionally, homeowners can mix and match materials like drywall, beadboard, and log trusses inside, and log siding, cedar shake, and stone outside. Timber frame homes can also be hybrid designs, combining timber framing in common areas with stick framing elsewhere, allowing for a cohesive timber frame or log look throughout.

Timber Built Homes achieve the rustic style of a traditional log or lodge home while offering modern conveniences that aren’t typically found in some log homes, particularly those built from stacked logs.