12-Month Manufacturer’s Warranty

At Watkins Timber Buildings, we take pride in the quality of our workmanship and the materials we use. Every building is carefully constructed using quality timber and traditional building methods.

For your peace of mind, all of our buildings come with a 12-month manufacturer’s warranty, covering defects in materials or workmanship.

This warranty applies only to buildings that have been installed by Watkins Timber Buildings.

Buildings supplied on a supply-only basis are excluded, as installation conditions and assembly are outside of our control.

With the correct care and maintenance, a well-built timber building can last for many years beyond the warranty period.

Warranty Coverage

Your warranty is valid for 12 months from the delivery date of your building.

The warranty covers:

  • Manufacturing defects in materials
  • Faults in workmanship during construction
  • Structural issues resulting from the above

If a problem occurs within this period and is deemed to be a manufacturing defect, we will repair or replace the affected component where appropriate.

During the first few months after installation, timber buildings may go through a natural settling period. Minor adjustments to doors or windows may occasionally be required as the timber acclimatises to its new environment.

Building Maintenance

All of our buildings leave our workshop with one coat of treatment applied.

To ensure the timber is properly protected, a second coat should be applied approximately 6–8 weeks after installation. For best results, this should be a solvent-based timber treatment.

After this initial recoat, we recommend re-treating the building annually, depending on the level of exposure to weather.

We supply the same treatment used on our buildings, available in 5-litre tins, should you wish to maintain the original colour and finish.

Regular treatment helps protect the timber from weather exposure and ensures the longevity of the structure.

Ventilation

Most of our timber buildings are single-skinned, meaning there is one layer of timber between the inside and outside of the building.

Because of this, buildings should be ventilated regularly, particularly during colder months or when temperatures fluctuate. This helps prevent condensation and moisture build-up inside the building.

Opening doors and windows periodically allows the building to breathe and helps protect both the structure and its contents.

Roofing

Your building is fitted with polyester-based roofing felt as standard.

The warranty covers the correct installation of the roof covering but does not cover damage caused by:

  • Severe weather or external impact
  • Blocked gutters or water overflow
  • Lack of maintenance

Doors and Windows

Timber doors may naturally expand or contract slightly with changes in temperature and humidity. This is normal for timber products.

To help reduce movement, we recommend treating or painting all sides of doors, including edges and internal faces.

Minor adjustments to doors or windows may occasionally be required over time and are the responsibility of the owner as part of normal maintenance.

Base Requirements

All buildings must be installed on a solid, level and correctly sized base. An unsuitable or uneven base can cause the building to twist or settle incorrectly, which may lead to issues with doors, windows or the structure.

Any problems resulting from an incorrect, unstable or poorly prepared base are not covered under this warranty.

Alterations or Moving the Building

This warranty applies only to buildings that remain in their original installed position and have not been structurally altered.

Any issues arising from:

  • Moving the building after installation
  • Altering the structure of the building
  • Adding fixtures or fittings that affect the structure

will not be covered under this warranty.

What Is Not Covered

This warranty does not cover issues caused by:

  • Lack of maintenance or treatment
  • Poor ventilation leading to moisture build-up
  • Incorrect bases or ground conditions
  • Natural movement of timber
  • Storm damage, flooding or extreme weather
  • Unauthorised alterations
  • General wear and tear over the 12 month period.