Joist Hangers & Timber Connectors delivery in Vale of Leven

Our joist hangers and timber connectors range for Vale of Leven jobs

• Connector nails and screwsThe fixings the connector maker specifies.
• Lateral restraint strapsTo tie walls to floors and roofs.
• Truss clips and framing anchorsFor roof trusses and framing joints.
• Angle brackets and platesGeneral connections in timber framing.

Before your Vale of Leven delivery arrives

Boxed or bundled with your timber. Vale of Leven is inside our standard mainland delivery area.

• Have someone on site for the delivery if you can, or agree a safe drop point with us in advance.
• If the drop point is block paving or soft ground, say so; heavy pallets and bulk bags can mark or sink.
• Weight limits on bridges or private roads near the site matter for larger lorries, so mention any you know of.

Working out quantities for your Vale of Leven job

A floor 3.6 m wide with joists at 400 mm centres has 10 joists; hung off a wall at one end that is 10 joist hangers, plus restraint straps at the spacing your design shows.

Joist Hangers & Timber Connectors: choosing well

Use the right nails

Connectors only perform with the fixings specified, usually square-twisted or connector nails in every hole the maker requires.

Restraint straps

Building regulations require lateral restraint in many situations; your design shows where.

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

Joist Hangers & Timber Connectors questions

Do I nail every hole in a joist hanger?

Follow the maker's instructions; many hangers need specific nails in specific holes to reach their rated load.

Is there a minimum order for delivery to Vale of Leven?

There is no fixed minimum. For very small orders we will tell you honestly if the delivery cost outweighs the materials, so you can decide.

Do you deliver joist hangers and timber connectors to trades and homeowners in Vale of Leven?

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

Can I use ordinary nails in hangers?

Use the connector nails or screws specified by the maker, usually square-twisted galvanised nails.