How much does a timber frame kit cost compared to the total build cost?

The timber frame kit typically represents 15–25% of the total build cost for a completed home. For a 150 m² house with total build cost of €250,000–350,000, the kit cost ranges from €40,000–80,000 depending on specification level.

The timber frame kit typically represents 15–25% of the total build cost for a completed home. For a 150 m² house with total build cost of €250,000–350,000, the kit cost ranges from €40,000–80,000 depending on specification level. Open panel kits are at the lower end; closed panel with windows and services pre-installed are at the upper end. The remaining 75–85% covers: foundations (8–12%), roofing (5–8%), external cladding (5–10%), windows and doors (5–8%), internal finishes (15–20%), services (15–20%), and professional fees/contingency (10–15%).

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