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Top tips when building with structural timber


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tructural timber really is a great option for selfbuild projects as it’s sustainable, economical,


terall eficient and can e constructed quickly.


WHY PURCHASE DIRECT FROM A MANUFACTURER?


ne o te ain enefits is te sstes are manufactured off-site which allows for controlled, precision engineering to exacting standards and in line with quality assurance procedures.


WILL MY COMPLETED HOME HAVE LOW ENERGY BILLS?


High levels of thermal insulation are relatively easy to achieve with structural timber systems, meaning your home is energ eficient wit low running costs.


IS IT QUICKER TO BUILD THAN TRADITIONAL METHODS?


The panels/kits can be delivered to site ‘just in time’ upon completion of site foundations, with then just a couple of weeks required to erect the house to the wind and watertight stage.


ARE THERE ACCREDITED MANUFACTURERS? YES – the Structural Timber Association (STA) is the go-to trade association with self build specialists. Its Quality Assurance Scheme gives you the confidence tat eers eet or exceed current regulations and


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Tesla Powerwall 2 from Princes LHS Ltd


Princes LHS Ltd are a Tesla Powerwall Certifi ed Installer based in Shropshire who can offer a customised solar-plus-battery solution enabling you to access the free, abundant power of the sun and reduce your reliance on fossil fuels. With Powerwall you can store solar energy generated during the day for use any time. The Powerwall has a whole home back up facility to protect your home from grid outages and can also be charged from the grid to take advantage of cheaper smart tariffs.


Call us on 01691 624336 for installation advice or to request a survey.


www.tesla-powerwall.co.uk www.lowcarbonhomesystems.co.uk


Air source heat pumps: renewable energy for your home


Choosing to install an air source heat pump is a great way to improve your energy effi ciency. It can help provide valuable security against rising energy prices whilst meeting your heating needs. Our staff can advise on the different solutions available, identifying the right heat pump for your property. Providing systems that not only meet the required industry standards, but help you take advantage of all the benefi ts renewable energy has to offer. We are MCS accredited and offer an insurance backed warranty through HIES. We are approved installers of Samsung, Vaillant, Eco Forest, Mitsubishi and Midea heat pumps. A £7,500 Grant is available through the Boiler Upgrade Scheme for the installation of a new heat pump which we can assist with.


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standards due to the independent audit process.


ARE ALL SYSTEMS THE SAME? There are two main systems - timber frame and SIPS, so make sure you understand te enefits o ot.  have specialist members for both types of system.


IS STRUCTURAL TIMBER RESTRICTIVE ON DESIGN? There are no limitations to structural timber designs with versatility being a ke enefit. lso tere are a wide range o finises tat can e used to give your selfbuild that individual look.


01259 272 140 www.structuraltimber.co.uk/selfbuild


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