FAQs

Are homes sold as “kits”?

Our “kit” includes design, shipping, unloading, frame erection, and labor with no added fees.

What is the basic shell?

The Timber Frame, interior finish of exterior walls, roof (including vapor barrier) and insulation. At the finish of this “shell” the home is ready for mechanics. See "The Basic Shell" page for more information.

Does Timber Frames Inc. have plans? AIA’s?

We have designers on staff to design Timber Frame plans. We have worked with Architects who have also designed Timber Frame homes. Timber Frames Inc. has built over 200 homes, and hundreds of Timber Accent work over the years, each of them unique.

What are “Timber Accents” or “Hybrid Homes”?

Timber Frame Accents are added timber work to an otherwise non-timber structure. A hybrid timber frame typically combines traditional timber framing with conventional “stick-built” framing to minimize costs.

Timbers (a more expensive material) can be reserved for high-traffic public areas like your great room, kitchen, entryways, porches, decks, dining room, and master bedroom.

How long does it take to build the Timber Frame?

Shells can be erected and water tight in 1-3 weeks.

Where does the Timber come from?

The Timber we use is supplied by a family owned company that uses sustainable methods for growing and harvesting their timber. It is High grade, surfaced four sides, timber, and ready to be cut in our shop.

What are there benefits of Timber Frame homes?

The Timber Frame method lends itself to a more open floor plans that allow for complete insulation, that creates a more energy efficient home. Additional details can be found in the Energy Efficiency section of our site.

Do you build in my area?

Our work is mostly in The Finger Lakes Region and adjacent counties.

Where are you located?

We are directly across from Bristol Mountain Ski Area, in South Bristol, NY. Our contact information, address, as well as a map, can be seen on our Contact Us page.

How do we begin?

Visit our office, in South Bristol, to meet with our sales/design team. Please contact us for an appointment, and allow 1-2 hours for this consultation.