Timber Frame Flat Roof Extension

The basic construction of a flat roof starts with roofing timber that is laid across two upright items usually two walls.

Timber frame flat roof extension.

On a basic level flat roof construction comes in the form of roofing timbers or joists as they are more commonly known or steels that are laid across two uprights walls in most cases. The steels or rsj s rolled steel joists are often built into one or both walls to give added stability to the roof structure. How much will a timber frame extension cost. A timber frame extension usually costs less than a traditionally built extension because there are fewer labour hours involved in the construction.

In ni you are allowed to extend your house by up to 70mcu or 15 of the original house volume whichever is the greater if it is detached or semi detached. In the case of a flat roof extension the height of the highest point of the roof must not exceed the parapet or eaves of the existing roof. With a timber frame extension you can achieve the weathertight stage in days rather than weeks which not only means less time spent on site but also less dependence on good weather conditions and reduced levels of disruption. When installing or repairing a flat roof you must adhere to building regulations.

Oak is considered a premium building material so an extension built with it will cost from 2 400 per m2. For additional stability you can also use steel joists that are built into one or both of the walls. There are many benefits to building a timber frame extension and not just the extra space and added value that it gives to your home. So whether your new flat roof is to be made of timber concrete or felt or a combination of these materials you need to comply with flat roof building regulations.