Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

How long has CLASSIC BARN HOMES been in business?

What can CLASSIC BARN HOMES provide?

We supply standard or complete timber frame home packages.

Standard packages include:
Timber frame in choice of wood
Structural Insulated Panel enclosure system (SIPs)

The complete package consists of
1st Floor Framing (manufactured joists with 3/4" Advantech subfloor)
Timber frame in choice of wood
Structural Insulated Panel enclosure system (SIPs)
2nd Floor Framing (manufactured joists with 3/4" Advantech subfloor)
Vented roof system
1x8 EWP Premium Grade T&G
Exterior Trim and Siding Package
Architectural Asphalt Shingles
Pine, Douglas fir, steel or fiberglass entry doors
Marvin Integrity^TM windows & doors
Velux skylights (as designed per plan)

Does CLASSIC BARN HOMES build my home?

Your General Contractor is responsible for building your home. Davis Frame Company has crews that travel throughout New England to help your General Contractor erect the timber frame and install the Structural Insulated panels if he/she is not familiar with this type of construction. For areas outside of New England, we can suggest other frame and panel crews.

If you do not already have a General Contractor, we can help you find one in your area.

What is the timeline for purchasing a CLASSIC BARN HOME?

CBH models are all pre-designed timber frames with flexible floor plans. Delivery time can be as little as four weeks.

How long does it take to build a timber frame home?

The timber frame and Structural Insulated Panels take as little as three weeks to assemble. After that, the house is just like any conventional home, with roofing, windows, interior walls, flooring, etc. being installed. Total construction time averages 9-12 months, although some projects can be completed within 6 months.

Can I change the floor plans of a CLASSIC BARN HOME?

CBH models are all pre-designed timber frames with built-in flexible floor plan options. Our staff will work with you to create the floor plan that best fits your land, lifestyle, and budget. The timber frame design must not change if you wish to take advantage of the CBH discounted timber frames. CBH is able to offer a generous discount because the frames are pre-designed.

What if I want to customize a plan?

We would be glad to customize of the standard plans of your choice. Davis Frame Company offers a full architectural design service that can be custom tailored to fit your needs. The custom design process can be completed in one month or can take over a year, depending on the complexity of the design and the number of changes required to refine the plan. Once the design is complete, it takes about eight to twelve weeks to cut and deliver the custom Davis Frame Company package. For a description of our Custom Design Services, please visit: Davis Frame Company (DavisFrame.com).

What does a CLASSIC BARN HOME cost?

1. A complete Classic Barn Homes package can cost $50 to $65 (and up) per square foot depending on the model, wood species, and degree of finish.
2. Labor to erect the frame and install panels is in the $8 to $10 per square foot range.
3. A finished home can cost from $175 (and up) per square foot; depending to a large extent on the choices of finish materials and labor costs in your area. This figure does not include site work, water, sewer, utilities, walkout or finished basement costs. For more information on total costs contact your Davis Frame Project Coordinator.
4. Some clients act as their own general contractor and save as much as 20% compared to the costs of working with a general contractor. This option must be carefully considered because of the time and complexity of such an undertaking.

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