Trinity Building Systems Education Center

In the home building process one of the most daunting tasks is choosing where to build, and understanding what all a location will require before building is allowed. Factors such as neighborhood, commuting distances, and views are often important, however there could be things such as -high zoning costs, HOA fees, regulations, and land preparation …

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With the current state of the economy, it has not gone unnoticed that every area has seen drastic changes in prices. The construction industry has not been immune to these challenges. The unforeseen fluctuations in price can often make a build feel challenging. Our goal is to help you have a better understanding of all …

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The term “system-built home” is a home built through some type of systemized construction process. Unlike “stick-built” homes that are constructed on-site one piece or “stick” at a time, these systems automate the home building process and can help to achieve higher levels of quality and efficiency. To make this easier to understand, this process …

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It’s been a while since we have discussed the topic of lumber pricing, and it’s time we rekindle the conversation. Since early November of 2020, the forecast for lumber pricing has changed quite drastically.

We are incredibly honored to announce that our parent company and building partner TLC Log Homes and Restoration, has been nominated as one of Colorado’s “Best Log Cabin Builders” by NewHomeSource in 2020!

The price of lumber spiked to historical highs in September 2020, but what does that mean for the future? Learn more about when the price of lumber is expected to decline and why!

Timber Frame v.s Post and Beam, understand the differences and benefits between the two construction methods.

Prefab kit home construction is becoming a thing of the past. Learn how customizable material package construction is shaping the way for the future.

Choosing the right building style for your new home or commercial structure can be a hard decision. There are pros and cons to each construction method. While timber framing has a unique set of benefits, other structures can’t match. Let’s dive into some of the benefits when choosing to build a timber frame home or …

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Ready to get started planning the timber frame home of your dreams? Here are three unique timber frame house plans to help get the ideas flowing.

Prefab has been around for over a century and still hasn't gained the respect it deserves! Learn how the prefab industry has evolved since the early 1900s and what it means to prefab your project in 2020.

Official Press Release For immediate release: Back-to-living-press-release Estacada, OR., October 9, 2020–Trinity Building Systems has recently joined forces with Premier Building Systems (PBS) and Big Sky R-Control (BSI), to provide support for those who have recently been impacted by natural disaster. With operations based out of Oregon, Washington, Montana, and Colorado, TBS, PBS, and BSI …

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The initial slump was a product of the global shutdown in response to the novel Corona Virus outbreak. Construction operations in most locations were shut down, and lumber mills and other processing facilities were left with an excess supply of material. So, are you wondering what caused lumber to increase from roughly $200 per 1000 board feet to over $350 per 1000 board feet?

With all of the commotion 2020 has brought upon us, there has never been a better time to talk about healthy living and building healthy homes for the future. Earlier in the year, most of us were bound to our homes and forced to alter our way of life, work routine, and schedule around a …

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Before building your new home, you should have a checklist covering what you should know, way before your home design process can begin. Coming prepared with the essential information will save you time, money, and frustration in the long run. Knowing your all-in budget, lot building restrictions, and county requirements, are some of the main overlooked topics. Our project managers have come together to create this essential checklist of what you should know before building your new home.

In this article, we’ll go over when the best time to start designing your custom home is to ensure that you’re project will be dried in (sealed with house wrap and doors) prior to snowfall in your local area.

Are you looking to build a new home and are planning on having a home office? It's a good idea to know exactly what you need out of your future home workspace—whether you plan to use your home office every day, or just once a month, planning out your design before building will increase productivity and comfort. Check out our expert designer's top 6 need to know tips for designing your comfortable and productive home office.

Whether you’re looking to downsize and want to get the most out of a smaller space, or looking to build something new to accommodate family and friends, the floor plan of your home is where you need to start.

Whether you’re looking to downsize and want to get the most out of a smaller space, or looking to build something new to accommodate family and friends, the floor plan of your home is where you need to start.

What is Timber Frame and what make it unique? There are many misconceptions regarding the timber frame building process and that is why we have created this article. We will cover all the aspects that go into timber framing, along with the different construction process, that are typically paired with a timber frame home.

You may have heard us say that our structures typically cost 3 to 5 times the cost of the material package to be constructed. So, in an effort to help you better understand how the multitude of variables impacts the cost of each structure, we have created a short guide. Tune in and learn the True Cost to Build a Prefab Home.

Chances are, if you’re in the market to build a new home, you’ve probably heard of prefab! We’ll break down what “prefab” is and what it really means in the context of residential and commercial construction.

So you want to finance your prefab home or commercial structure? With interest rates at an all-time low, it can be one of the best times to finance your project and make your dream a reality.

Building a custom home is a major investment! That’s why it is so important to approach the project with a plan that suits your individual needs.

You may have heard of SIPs before, but do you really understand what a “SIP” is? If your answer is no, then you’re not alone!