Foundations for a timber frame house

ZTC does not build foundations. Foundation design and construction are the client’s responsibility and depend on ground conditions, but timber structures are lightweight so strip foundations or piles are often suitable.

ZTC does not build foundations — this remains the client’s responsibility. Strip foundations are commonly used, but piles are also possible. The choice depends on ground conditions. Timber structures are lightweight, so several foundation types may be suitable.

After project approval and contract signing, production can usually be scheduled within 1–3 months. Manufacturing starts from around 2 weeks, while an externally finished house is typically completed within 1–2 months depending on scope.

After project approval and contract signing, production can usually be scheduled within 1–3 months. Manufacturing requires at least around 2 weeks. On-site construction depends on the scope of work — an externally finished house is typically completed within 1–2 months. Overall, a house assembled on site is often ready in approximately 4–6 months.

ZTC does not prepare architectural drawings. The company works from a client or architect’s project and provides structural solutions, manufacturing and assembly.

ZTC does not prepare architectural plans. We work from a project prepared by the client or architect and provide engineering/structural design, manufacturing and assembly.

ZTC mainly builds individual projects and respects owners’ privacy. If a project is under construction, a visit may be arranged, and you are always welcome to visit the ZTC factory.

ZTC mainly builds individual projects and respects owners’ privacy. When a project is under construction, a site visit may be arranged. You are always welcome to visit the ZTC factory.

A closed panel shell starts from €500/m² + VAT at 150 m² or more. For 100 m² to less than 150 m², the base shell rate is €575/m² + VAT. These rates assume Comfort panels and a simple rectangular house.

Rates use the gross external floor area across all storeys. The shell includes insulated external wall and roof panels, internal walls, transport and assembly by our crew. The externally finished package adds facade cladding, windows, external doors and roof covering. Foundations, interior finishes, building services and site costs are excluded. Quotes are in EUR; GBP equivalents are indicative. The final price and scope depend on your drawings, specification and site conditions.

Beyond the house price, you should plan for architectural design, approvals, topography, geology, energy certificate, foundations, external utilities, heating, ventilation, interior works and commissioning.

Beyond the house price, you should plan for architectural design, approvals, topographic survey, geology, energy certificate, foundations, external utilities, heating, ventilation, interior works and commissioning.