Treated Carcassing Timber delivery in Peebles

Choosing from our carcassing timber range

• Treated timberPressure treated for protection against rot and insect attack.
• Fencing and sleeper timberTreated posts, rails and sleepers on request.
• C16 graded carcassingThe everyday structural grade for joists, rafters and studs.
• Longer lengthsLengths beyond the common range to order.
• Wall plate and nogginsSmaller sections for plates, noggins and bracing.

Delivering carcassing timber in Peebles

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

• Mention any overhead cables, low branches or narrow gateways, because they decide whether a crane offload is possible.
• Clear a level area for pallets, ideally on boards, so materials stay out of standing water.
• Give us the full postcode for the drop point; deliveries around EH45 are priced to the exact address.

Getting the right carcassing timber

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.

Cut ends

Treat any cut ends with a suitable end-grain preservative, especially on external work.

In Scotland most building work needs a building warrant from the local authority, assessed against the Building Standards Technical Handbooks.

Working out quantities for your Peebles job

A floor 3.6 m wide with joists spanning 4.2 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 Peebles

Can I add other materials to my Peebles 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.

Do you deliver carcassing timber to trades and homeowners in Peebles?

Both. Trades can apply for a trade account; homeowners and self-builders can order on a delivered quote.

Is your carcassing timber treated?

We supply treated carcassing as standard for structural work. Tell us if the timber is for external or ground-contact use so we supply the right treatment level.

What lengths are available?

Common lengths run from 2.4 m to 4.8 m in 300 mm steps, with longer lengths to order.