An Army of Timber Framers....

Let's give these brave Timber Framers a bit of recognition...shall we?

These "Warriors of Wood" are not just skilled craftsmen, but risk-taking, fearless beam-slinging titans- Superheroes in the Timber Framing World.

Climbing to great heights to assemble each Purlin, each high-flying timber truss- Never looking down- always straight ahead at the giant Timbers swinging from the crane at full speed.

These brave-hearted soldiers of the Mortise and Tenon Platoon are dedicated to ensuring the perfection of each commercial project, and each residential timber frame.

There are no yellow-bellied lily-livered men here...

Just mighty forces working together to bring you an unstoppable team of Timber Framing Experts.

We are unbeatable.....We are Vermont Timber Works.

I usually assume that when people ask me what I do for a living, and I answer that I work for Vermont Timber Works, everyone automatically knows exactly what that entails.

Recent news flash....
Everyone Does NOT know!

In a nutshell, here is a better description of what I do.

Clients, either from residential projects or large commercial jobs will call and ask us to give an estimate for a post and beam barn, a timber church, library trusses, hotel porte cochers, etc. We get a lot of requests for a myriad of projects.

We will take information from the potential buyer, such as the species of wood they are thinking of, as well as the wood finish- whether it be rough sawn or planed and chamfered- the type of joinery, the location of the build, and so on. Most of the time, a commercial job will already have a set of architectural prints to go by.

Once we have provided the estimate and the client agrees to purchase the timber frame, we begin the process of drawing preliminary shop drawings. These are sent back for approval by the contractor/client. Once approved, we order the materials and bring them to our shop to begin the fabrication process.

All of our post and beam projects are cut by hand. Even the mortise and tenon joinery is hand crafted by one of our skilled craftsmen.

After the timber barn, post and beam home, truss, whatever project it may be is assembled here in the shop- we ship it to the location of the build. Sometimes we just send the timbers and other times our crew travels to the job site to erect the frame. It's purely the choice of the project manager or home owner.

Once the timber frame is up- we're done! But of course following up with the client is essential. We want to make sure that they are happy with the end result. Of course the timber frame is the KEY ingredient to a beautiful building.

If you want more information on the art of timber framing, please don't hesitate to call us here at VTW.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Heavy Timber Construction-

The phones at Vermont Timber Works have been ringing off the hook with requests for bids for Heavy Timber Construction.
Post and Beam style Timber Framing and Heavy Timber Trusses are being incorporated into projects from all around the United States (and beyond).

Travis is working on a Heavy Timber Church in Manasquan, NJ.

(This is NOT the church Travis is working on. It's one we've already done- but I needed the picture for effect).

Sandy is working on the Oakwood Shores Pavilion in Surfside, TX,

(Here's a rendering done by our structural engineer, Peter Zelonis)- This would be a great job Sandy. Good Luck!

I am working presently on a Hybrid Style Post and Beam Home in Quebec, Canada. In case you aren't familiar with hybrid construction, we will marry two different types of building- Heavy Timber Construction and Conventional building methods to create one beautiful home.

Of course we have many other opportunities in the "hopper", but this will give you an idea of the broad spectrum of projects we bid on a daily basis.

Timber Frames from the Top

Vermont Timber Works has worked hard to earn our Bragging Rights.

With over 20 years in the Timber Frame Business, we have "mortise and tenoned" our way to the top. All of our Timber frames are custom cut and made to order. There are no carbon copies, and that's what sets us apart- well, that's ONE of the things that set us apart!

As one of the Top Timber Framers in the country with the capabilities to handle large and intricate commercial jobs like this 80 ft. Octagonal Ski Resort Lodge in Stowe, VT

to private residential jobs with a myriad of truss styles-like the Breed Residence with its arched Hammer Beam Trusses-we strive to keep our reputation in place.

If you are looking for quality craftsmanship, hands on experience with friendly and reliable service, please contact Sandy, Sue, or Travis at Vermont Timber Works.

We'd be happy to provide you all the information you might need to start building that Post and Beam Home, Timber Frame Barn, or whatever project idea you might be entertaining.

Looking for a Timber Frame Home?

The process of building a Timber Frame Home can seem overwhelming if you are trying to do it alone. That is why the first real step in deciding what type of Timber Frame Home to build should be to call Vermont Timber Works.

Our qualified and friendly staff will walk you through the entire process, and guide you in the right direction to ensure that your Post and Beam building experience is an enjoyable one.

Our sales department will help to qualify your needs, and to help you fit the right Heavy Timber frame for your budget.

We can help you decide on the truss style, the wood species, the joinery, the wood finish, (such as planed and chamfered timbers, rough sawn timbers, hand hewn, etc.) and even on the the stain color-if desired.

Another option we can offer is to incorporate some timber aspects into a conventionally framed home. If your budget doesn't allow for an entire timber frame, why not just add some decorative beams to your home?

Please contact our office to discuss your plans for a timber frame house today. We'd love to earn your business.

Timber Frame Houses- Post and Beam Homes-

No matter how you look at it, or say it, it's the same thing.

At Vermont Timber Works, we look forward to the residential projects just as much as we do the large commercial jobs that come our way.

Take a look at some of the photos from our Residential Gallery:

This is the Friant Residence. This interior photo showcases the antique brick fireplace and the Maple Beams.

Here, at the Chase House, the Timber frame Matser Bathroom is the perfect place for the Whirlpool Tub.

When deciding on what look you want in your timber frame home, it's always a good idea to have a few options for the truss design. Sometimes clients will think they know what they want, but it doesn't always work with the layout or floorplan for the home.

Most of the time, the joinery used in a residential project is Traditional style Mortise and Tenon joinery,

but once in a while, someone will want the look of steel joinery.

This picture is of the Wakenah Pool House. These are modified Scissor Roof Trusses with Steel Tie Rods.

Call Vermont Timber Works for a complimentary Estimate.

We guarantee that you won't be disappointed.

If Mother Goose were to inquire about Timber Framing....

How, If I might ask, is a Timber Frame made?

What exactly are the tricks of the trade?

*My Dear Mrs. Goose, please let me explain.

Our Timber Frames are Custom Built, no two are the same.

The Timber Beams arrive here in saw milled form,

and from those milled timbers, wondrous Post and Beam Houses are born.

The Heavy Timber Trusses, are they all cut by hand?

If I want to build, do I need archtiectural plans?

*Yes, Mrs. Goose, they are all hand cut by our crew.

Fabricated in our shop and shipped directly to you.

Architectural plans are a definite plus,

But if you have hand drawn sketches and can explain them to us,

we can do a rough estimate, based on your drawing, but of course we do engineering before we start sawing.

How long will it take to erect the timber frame?

Be it Douglas Fir or White Pine, are the lead times the same?

* Based on the species, some being native, some not,

we allow for the shipping in the lead time slot.

Normal approximation for a Vermont Timber Works Frame

is 12 to 14 weeks. All the lead times the same.

Can I just put Timber Accent Beams in certain rooms in my dwelling?

Over time will the Beams shrink, or should I anticipate them swelling?

* Timber is a ntural product, and over time will start checking

with the exception, of course, of the floor and roof decking.

As Timber dries out, it may shrink ever so slighlty,

but our mortise and tenon joinery will always fit tightly.

If I wanted a Timber Barn or a Timber Church on the side,

is this something that Vermont Timber Works could provide?
*Of course we can build Timber Churches and Post and Beam Barn Frames.

These are just a few examples of why we lead in this Trade.

Call me to discuss your project. I'd be happy to take the time.

But do me a favor, and stop speaking in rhyme!