If you are looking for an energy-efficient building method for your next home, Hamill Creek has you covered. Our energy-efficient timber frame buildings offer exceptional energy performance in addition to their stunning beauty and natural feel. With the right combination of materials and construction methods, you can achieve the highest levels of energy efficiency with your home.
Our professional timber frame builders are ready to help you design the perfect home. Let us show you how impressive timber frame energy efficiency can be. Please contact us to learn more.
What Makes a Timber Frame Building Energy Efficient?
Multiple aspects of our design and building process allow us to achieve energy efficiency. Some of these include:
Structural Insulated Panels
A timber-framed structure still needs walls and insulation. SIPs serve both purposes, offering structural integrity and excellent insulation. They can also be designed to provide fire resistance and other desirable properties.
SIPs insulation offers impressive thermal performance and is easy for builders to install.
Airtight Construction
Modern building methods and materials allow us to make the home airtight. That gives you considerable control over the temperature in the home and, with proper insulation, allows you to minimize heat loss. Less heat loss improves energy efficiency.
Passive Design
We can create passive designs that allow you to utilize the sun’s heat to minimize the need for heating and cooling of the home. Results vary depending on the building site and the geographic location of the home, but some designs can substantially reduce the need to run an HVAC system.
Sustainably Sourced Materials
We source our timbers from sustainable timber farms in the Pacific Northwest. Our materials are renewable and capture carbon as they grow. You are unlikely to find more sustainably sourced building materials.
Costs Vs Long-Term Benefits of Energy-Efficient Timber Frames
It’s always wise to consider the cost of a building process versus its benefits.
Timber Framing Costs
Structural timber framing can be more expensive than some other construction methods, such as stick-built structures. These homes require a bigger initial investment than less expensive, mass-built housing developments.
Benefits Of Choosing Timber
You get some substantial benefits from choosing timber framing, though. Some of these include:
- Aesthetic appeal
- Natural look and feel
- Open floor plans
- Passive design options
- Better resale value
How Hamill Creek Supports Compliance, Sustainability, and Quality for Your Build
Hamill Creek is a leading resource for energy-efficient timber frame homes for multiple reasons, including:
Compliance
We can design homes that adhere to LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) principles, including:
- Water efficiency
- Energy efficiency (balanced heating and cooling systems with savings on water and energy bills)
- Materials selection
- Indoor environmental quality (reduced allergens, chemicals, and mold)
- Innovation and design process
- Sustainable site development
In most cases, we can also adhere to other compliance needs as well. It’s worth noting that there are some municipalities where timber frame construction is not allowed, though. Make sure to verify regulatory requirements before you commit to a timber frame build.
Sustainability
Because we are in the Pacific Northwest, we have access to sustainably-grown timber resources that you can’t find just anywhere. Our ongoing relationship with timber producers allows us to ensure the sustainability of the materials we use in the construction of your home.
You won’t find a company with more experience in sustainable timber sourcing and sustainable timber frame construction.
Quality
One of the biggest reasons we are preferred by so many clients, both residential and commercial, is because of our focus on quality. From the initial consultation to the design stage and onward throughout the fabrication and erection of your timber frame package, we adhere to the highest quality standards. Our reputation depends on it.
We encourage you to explore our portfolio to see examples of what we can accomplish. If you find it helpful, we are also happy to connect you with former clients to learn more about what it’s like to work with us on a timber frame project.
Achieve Your Energy Efficiency Goals with Timber Frame Construction
If you are wondering how much you can save on energy and carbon by choosing timber framing, we can help. Our experts are here to help you decide on the ideal design for your home. Once we know your design parameters, we can give you accurate information regarding energy savings, carbon sequestration, and more.
Ready to build smarter with beauty and performance in mind? Contact the timber frame experts at Hamill Creek to discuss your energy-efficient residential or commercial project.