Solo Timber Frame have been vetted and approved by Trading Standards. We are the first and only Timber Frame provider to have achieved this.
It took Solo and our local Trading Standards office almost six months to get to a point where we were offered membership of this scheme. CRB checks, Interviews with previous customers chosen at random by the assessing officer, Checks into our Directors business backgrounds, Close inspection of our systems and contracts and research into any previous complaints (of which there were none) all formed part of the process. In order to maintain our membership we will continue to be monitored.
… approved by our Customers
We’ve included a selection of reviews on most pages of this website. Additionally, here’s a live feed of reviews left by some of our customers on Google. With a current rating of 4.6 out of 5 we can’t claim to be perfect, but we do aim for perfection on every project.
We had a timberframe extension installed by Solo. We were delighted with the service we received both in the planning and onsite. The team who installed the frame were exceptionally hardworking & courteous . I would have no hesitation in recommending them.
My wife and i purchased a solo timber frame bungalow and the service we received has been and still is 5 star at all stages all of the team have looked after us perfect . well done to you all ,to many name to thank in person but from the office to the site it has been a pleasure to work with you .RegardsLinda and Paul Shaw
Used solo for a timber frame on a couple of new builds, the office staff were very responsive. Delivered on site and constructed on time, went up very quickly which was impressive. We'll organised start to finish. would use again for future projects of this type
Ok, where do i start..I am a home builder with 29 years of experience.I first worked with Solo timber in 2018 in Huntingdon, this was a custom built home, from desgin to a water tight state.Ever since then, we have worked alongside to the present day, with another 15 houses, In Sittingbourne Kent, and Mitcham Greater London.I am a bricklayer by trade, and traditionally built houses, is what i go by, and what i have known as a builder for all these years.I have known the timber frame methods for years now, but with it being a niche market back then, i never looked at it for home construction.A contract of mine in 2018, involved Solo Timber, for a custom built home. This is obviously when i met the team.Chris, who spearheads the sales dept, with all questions and timber frame curiosities answered. to Jake and others, who design, and facilitate all technical and practical querys.Then to the organisers, Debra(was my first point of call back then), Hayley and more recently had dealings with Nicola.The team has other departments, coupled with the manufacturing arm of the company.All professional, courtious, friendly and informative.They are personable, with great ideas and methods, specific to Timber Frame construction and innovative design.Moving forward with my company, we intend to continue working with Solo Timber, to the larger projects 50+ housing developments, and to work together in areas for true expansion in commercial home building.There is much more to say about Solo, but i think thats its best for potential customers to check it out for themselves.I, will not look back from the old construction methods now, but look forwards, to the future of home construction, that is expanding worldwide, exponetially.Well done guys.N HinsonHedron Ltd
Went with Solo timber frame and very pleased with the outcome.Build went up very quickly and was very pleased with the service that I got.All the team have been very helpful and I was overjoyed when Chris told me to put the planning in as my design and it passed straight away, this being on green belt land as well, although there was a bungalow on it already.I tweaked the original design and was very pleased with the final outcome.Would definitely use again if I had another project or won the lottery 😁
Solo designed, fabricated and installed the timber frame for our new annexe building. Thoroughly professional, easy to work with and very competitively priced. The whole team was brilliant and everything was completed on time and on budget. I would not hesitate to recommend them - they were fabulous.
We had some work that was needed on one of our properties (an extension). Originally we were going to work with a local firm to quote on a relatively standard extension. A friend of ours recommended us to Solo Timber Frame. After speaking with Chris there, we decided to get him and his team in. The design and planning phase was very smooth, we were not rushed at all and Chris really helped us to identify the pitfalls as well as things that could help for the future.When it comes to the actual work, the Solo Timber Frame team were very professional, turned up when they said they would (sounds silly but there are many that don't!), project was done on time and around budget (we made changes on the way) and the final product was far better than what we had originally envisioned when we started the initial research.I cannot recommend the team highly enough.
Solo timber from designed , supplied and installed 180m2 flat roof rear extension and was all done in 7 days. Amazing organisation and great professional tradesmen Involved from start to Finish , Jake and Dave were very helpful and can’t forget the Governor chris for taking on this massive project.
Excellent, I have used Solo Timber Frame in the past and would definitely use them again in the future. Chris and his staff provided an exceptional experience from design to completion of work. They are always professional, courteous, and pay paticular attention to detail. The quality of work was excellent. The job was completed on time. The workers always arrived on time and the job site was always cleaned up at the end of every day. Any problems or concerns were addressed in a timely manner and were followed through until resolved. Overall an excellent experience.
Are visiting numerous suppliers, we chose Solo Timber Frame as they stood out as the ones who understood our requirements. Professional throughout and fantastic quality. Will definitely use again for future builds.
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Have used Solo for the Timber Frames on a couple of new builds. The office staff were very responsive. Frames were delivered and constructed on time and went up very quickly which was impressive. Well organised from start to finish. Would use again for future projects of this type.
Google review from J Lyons
With thanks to the team at Solo, we've been able to create a beautiful bespoke home catering for the needs of our growing family. Having purchased a good sized plot with an old bungalow on it, we were guided by Chris and the design team on the best design of dwelling to fit the plot/surrounding area. From start to almost finish, has been under 12 months and a lot of that speed was down to how quickly the Timber Frame was erected. The possibilities are endless when you take the route of designing your own home.
Google review from A Goodchild
I am a home builder with 29 years of experience.
The team has various departments, coupled with the manufacturing arm of the company. All professional, courteous, friendly and informative. They are personable, with great ideas and methods, specific to Timber Frame construction and innovative design.
Moving forward with my company, we intend to continue working with Solo, to the larger projects 50+ housing developments, and to work together in areas for true expansion in commercial home building.
There is much more to say about Solo, but I think it's best for potential customers to check them out for themselves.
Well done guys.
Excerpt of a Google review from N Hinson
“Hayley, Just to let you know the Timber Frame is up and looking fantastic. Your Erection team are first class.“
Email from Solo Self Build Customer, Mr Kwecinski
“Building a one off house is never an easy task, but you guys made it so much simpler. I'll never build using bricks again and would be delighted to recommend Solo to others.“
