Are you thinking of building a deck, pergola or some other outdoor living extension? We’ll say it outright: build it with timber. Everything that we do affects, in some way, everyone and everything else. So when we build a structure this will affect the environment. Of course, what we want is for any negative effects to be as minimal as possible. That’s why we see timber as the ideal material for a pergola. Timber is one of the most environmentally friendly building material for many reasons. Timber pergolas Melbourne wide also can be built at a quicker pace, using simple handheld tools, in less time and with fewer on-site workers. Construction is quieter and less disruptive. Prefabricated sections, faster build times, fewer workers and reduced risks of accidents lead to total lower costs.

Choosing the right treated timber variety for your pergola or other outdoor extensions will result in a structure that will last and give you enjoyment for many, many years, sometimes even exceeding the 50-year design life set by the Building Code of Australia. Maintaining timber optimises its service life. The good news is that timber maintenance is relatively easy and inexpensive especially when you follow a sound monitoring protocol. Selecting the right variety for the structure you are planning to build, applying the right treatment and using best construction practices greatly reduces the need for maintenance. Timber is our business here at Softwoods, so if you’re looking for a timber pergola builder, you can be confident that you’re in the right place.