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Frequently Asked

Is mass timber safe for schools?+

Yes. Mass timber meets and often exceeds the fire and seismic performance requirements for K-12 facilities. Engineered wood products like CLT char predictably and maintain structural integrity longer than many alternatives.

How does it compare on cost?+

Total project cost is typically competitive with conventional construction, with savings from shorter schedules, smaller foundations, and reduced site impact often offsetting material premiums.

What about maintenance?+

Properly detailed mass timber buildings require standard institutional maintenance and have demonstrated multi-century lifespans in comparable buildings worldwide.

Can we use mass timber for additions?+

Absolutely. Mass timber's prefabrication makes it well-suited to additions where construction speed and disruption to ongoing school operations are critical.

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