Treated Carcassing Timber for Market Harborough, delivered to site

What carcassing timber can we deliver to Market Harborough?

• Treated timberPressure treated for protection against rot and insect attack.
• Fencing and sleeper timberTreated posts, rails and sleepers on request.
• C24 graded carcassingStronger grade for longer spans or smaller sections.
• Longer lengthsLengths beyond the common range to order.
• Wall plate and nogginsSmaller sections for plates, noggins and bracing.

Planning the drop in Market Harborough

Timber is delivered in packs or bundles on a flatbed; long lengths need clear access along the drop point. Market Harborough is inside our standard mainland delivery area.

• On busy streets in Market Harborough, a parking suspension or a quiet time slot can make offloading safer, so tell us about local restrictions you know of.
• Mention any overhead cables, low branches or narrow gateways, because they decide whether a crane offload is possible.
• Weight limits on bridges or private roads near the site matter for larger lorries, so mention any you know of.

Picking the right product

Which treatment?

Treatment is specified by use class. Timber inside a building is usually use class 1 or 2; external timber out of ground contact is use class 3; timber in ground contact needs use class 4.

C16 or C24?

C24 is stronger and stiffer, so it can span further or use a smaller section. Span tables and your structural drawings decide which grade and size you need.

In England, building work is checked against the Approved Documents, for example Part A for structure and Part L for energy efficiency, through your council's building control team or a registered building control approver.

Quantities: a worked example

A floor 3.6 m wide with joists spanning 3.3 m at 400 mm centres needs 10 joists, plus trimmers and noggins. The section and grade, such as 47 × 200 mm C24, come from span tables or your engineer; send us the timber schedule and we will price it.

Questions about carcassing timber delivery in Market Harborough

What does C16 and C24 mean?

They are strength classes under BS EN 338. C24 timber is stronger and stiffer than C16, which lets it span further for the same size.

What sizes of joist do I need?

That depends on the span, spacing, loading and grade. Use span tables or your engineer's design; building control will check.

Can I add other materials to my Market Harborough delivery?

Yes. Put everything on one list, from carcassing timber to fixings and PPE, and we will price it as one delivery where the products can travel together.

Can you deliver carcassing timber to a site with restricted access in Market Harborough?

Usually, yes. Tell us about the access when you ask for a price and we will plan the vehicle and offload, or say if a smaller vehicle is needed.