Timber frame repair in Exeter
Professional timber frame repair services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
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Exeter, Devon
Professional timber frame repair - damaged sections cut out, new timber spliced in, rot treated properly. Structural integrity restored, built to last.
Keep Your Structure Sound
Damaged timber frames weaken everything they support. Whether it's a door frame, window frame, or structural member, leaving damage gets worse and more expensive. Proper repair restores strength and stops further deterioration.
💡 Pro tip: Catching timber damage early means simpler repairs. A small rot patch is easy to fix - a completely rotten frame needs replacing.
Why Professional Repair Matters
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong |
|---|---|
| Rot cut back to sound timber | Patch over existing rot |
| New timber properly treated | Untreated splice fails again |
| Load-bearing restored | Weakened structure |
| Problem solved permanently | Returns within years |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Assess | Full damage evaluation |
| Plan | Repair approach agreed |
| Cut | Damaged section removed |
| Splice | New timber fitted |
| Treat | Preservative applied |
📦 You're Left With
- Structurally sound frame
- Rot treatment complete
- Ready for painting/finishing
- Problem properly solved
Pricing Guide
| Scope | You'll Pay |
|---|---|
| Timber frame repair | Quote required |
Every frame repair is different. Free assessment and quote before any work.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ Door frame damage - Restore the opening
✅ Window frame rot - Stop it spreading
✅ Shed/outbuilding - Worth preserving
✅ Structural concerns - Professional assessment
Why Choose Us for Timber frame repair in Exeter?
Structural integrity restored
Rot properly treated
Matched to existing
Built to last
What to Expect
Step 1: Assess
Full inspection of damage, cause identified, repair approach discussed.
Step 2: Repair
Damaged timber removed, new sections spliced in, properly secured.
Step 3: Protect
All repairs treated against future rot, ready for finishing.
🔧 DIY Tips
Tackling frame repairs yourself? Here's what's involved:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Chisel and mallet
- Saw (multi-tool useful)
- Wood hardener
- Matching timber
- Preservative and filler
📐 Assessment first
- Probe all timber to find rot extent
- Check if structural or decorative
- Identify cause of damage
- Plan repair approach
- Source matching timber
- Get preservative treatment
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Not cutting back far enough
- Ignoring the moisture source
- Using untreated timber
- Weak joints in splices
💡 Pro trick: For door frame bottoms (common rot spot), you can often splice in a new section without replacing the whole frame. Cut at 45° for a stronger, less visible joint.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🔍 Find the cause - timber rots because moisture gets in. Fixing the frame without fixing the leak just means it rots again. We look for the water source as part of any repair.
Common causes:
- Leaking gutters
- Splash-back from ground
- Condensation
- Failed seals
When to call a specialist:
- Load-bearing main structure
- Extensive roof timbers
- Foundation-level work
- Building regulations required
Frequently Asked Questions
What timber frame repairs do you handle?
Door frames, window frames, shed and outbuilding frames, roof timbers (non-structural), decking frames, and general structural repairs. Major structural work may need a specialist.
How do you deal with rot in timber frames?
Cut back to sound timber, treat the area, splice in new timber with proper treatment. Simply patching over rot doesn't work - it continues underneath.
Can damaged frames be repaired or do they need replacing?
Depends on the damage extent. Often we can splice in new sections rather than replace entirely. Complete replacement only when damage is too extensive or timber is compromised throughout.
Why does timber frame repair need a quote?
Every frame repair is different - scope varies hugely from simple splice repairs to major structural work. We need to see it to quote accurately.
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