13 STEPS TO YOUR NEW HOME
1. Provide us with a sketch, detailing your ideas. Or send an existing house plan that intrigues you, via fax, email (all files), or snail mail.

2. HubertHaus Timber Frames design and drafting department will work with you to design the idea or your sketches into preliminary drawings. From these drawings we can estimate some budgetary numbers for your project.
3. At this stage we need to move forward and create the complete 3D design model of the timber frame. This model details all structural timbers used in the timber frame. The model will then create an accurate board foot count, sawmill cutting lists and virtual perspectives of the timber frame inside and out.

4. From this model, we can accurately depict the cost of your project and give you a fixed price for the complete timber frame, architectural drawings (if required), SIP’s (Structural Insulated Panels) (if required), shipping, and installation. The timber frame model is then used to create shop drawings and a detailed interface with our K2 Hundegger Automated Joinery Machine.

5. When the final drawings have been produced, the timbers will need to be selected and milled on our sawmill.

6. As the timbers are being milled, the customer/builder readies the building site for the timber frame: foundation, main floor system, concrete work, mechanical rough ins, etc, all must be completed before the timber frame arrives.

7. Once the timbers have been cut, they are planed and readied for hand cutting and C.N.C. machining. The timber frame is then crafted and carefully test fitted to ensure that the highest of quality has been obtained. As completion of the timber frame draws near, we will contact you to arrange the final shipping date and shipping details. The timber frame is then packaged carefully prior to shipping to your site.

8. If you require HubertHaus Timber Frames to install your timber frame, representatives are sent to meet the truck on the delivery date to help assist the forklift or zoom-boom unload the truck and take care of the timber frame package. (Forklift, Crane, and Installation fee to be supplied by the customer).

9. After joining the bents on the ground, it is time for the raising of your timber frame. Raising will take between 1-4 days depending on your frames size and building site. The raising of a timber frame is an unforgettable experience, so take lots of photographs.

10. The installation of the Sip’s (Structural Insulated Panels) start. In a matter of days the entire timber frame is enclosed by the panel system. Door and window openings are pre-cut by the panel manufacturer, saving time and labour.

11. At this point it is time to install the roof the exterior doors and windows, bringing your home to the lock-up stage. You can now call the rest of the sub-trades to rough in the plumbing, electrical, and heating systems. Install the drywall or sheetrock. Install cabinets, interior finishing, exterior siding, painting, and flooring.

12. Call for your final occupancy inspections and permits.

13. Move in and cherish your new HubertHaus timber frame home