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Timber frame construction

Timber frame construction is very popular because it numerous benefits has and a shorter execution time. Timber frame construction is included not necessarily cheaper than traditional housing. 

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Why timber frame construction?

A wooden house has its advantages:

  1. Shorter construction time
    Everything is prepared in the studio. This way of working means your home can be ready in 2 to 3 months.
  2. Foundation
    Because wood is lighter in material, a less heavy foundation is also required.
  3. No drying time required
    No drying time is required for wood construction. So you can immediately start painting or laying your floors (e.g. parquet).
  4. Excellent insulation & therefore a low e-level
    With timber frame construction you enjoy increased thermal comfort.
  5. Flexibility in construction
    By working in wood you also have greater flexibility in finishes & shapes (e.g. round shapes in wooden construction).

Are there also disadvantages to a wooden house?

A frequently used argument against timber construction is that wood is flammable. That is indeed true, but the fire resistance is therefore no less. On the contrary. Wood protects itself and it therefore takes a very long time before it burns out. Steel, for example, will melt faster than wood, which means that the fire resistance of a steel house is slightly less than that of a wooden house.

Noise disturbance is another argument for timber construction. That may have been the case in the past, but with current insulation standards, this no longer applies to wooden homes. These good insulation values ​​combined with good ventilation also prevent problem in the house.

Conclusion: timber construction offers numerous advantages, and where wooden structures used to suffer from disadvantages, these are no longer an issue due to improved construction conditions & better materials.

prefab

Timber construction is also a form of prefab construction because everything is prepared in the workshop. For example, insulation, utility lines and windows and doors are installed in ideal weather conditions. Below we discuss all the advantages & disadvantages of one wooden house

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How much does building with wood cost?

It is not cheaper than traditional construction. A rough estimate is the target price of an 'average new-build home' 1.200 to 1.600 euros per square meter. For a wooden house this is on average around €1350 per square meter. 

The finish, construction type (open building, terraced house or semi-detached), choice of materials (cladding, kitchen, bathroom, floors, ...), windows and doors, etc. help determine the final price, but this way you already have a bit of an estimate. idea in which direction things are going.

Suppose you have a house of 160/m2 at a price per square meter of €1350, this will cost you €216.000 + an average of 7% for the architect + VAT + purchase of land + notary costs.

General costs that you must also take into account during construction:

  • Safety coordination and stability study
  • EPB reporting
  • Rent a yard cupboard
  • Gas and water connection costs
  • Ground cable
  • Soil exploration
  • Rent dry builders
  • preparing land for construction
  • Television and internet connection
  • ...

It is also best to set aside at least €5.000 to €10.000 for this.

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Am I entitled to 6% VAT?

For certain renovation and insulation works you can benefit from a 6% VAT scheme and any other premiums. Check this via premiumzoeker.be.

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