First Fix Trades

"Installation of Pipes, Wiring and Timber Supports"

First Fix Carpentry

• Loose timbers (noggins) supplied as part of your Timber Frame (load 1) package are fixed by your carpenter to support electrical sockets, plasterboard, kitchen units etc.
• Try to fix all window sill boards from underneath at this stage; they can quite easily be screwed, thereby avoiding any holes and filling on the top face
  

1st Fix Plumbing and Electrical Services

The installation of all cabling and pipe work.

• It is essential that cutting / drilling of the timber frame structure be carried out in strict accord with the Potton Construction Details. MAKE SURE YOUR CONTRACTOR IS AWARE!
• Liaison with your electrician, plumber, kitchen and sanitary ware supplier is essential to ensure correct provision of timber supports (noggins)
• Ensure that electrical box supports are fitted in accordance with the Potton construction details