Cologny, canton of Geneva
Timber framing work in Cologny at a lower cost
A sound roof structure carries the roof for decades. MS Contractor SA builds and repairs roof structures in Cologny.
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MS Contractor SA carries out roof structure work in Cologny on villas, buildings and annexes. Traditional or trussed roof structures, replacement of timbers that need it, reinforcements, raised storeys, dormers and roof windows, timber frames for extensions and eaves are cut, installed and treated by our carpenters.
The context in Cologny
On the left-bank slope overlooking the harbour, Cologny is among the most sought-after municipalities in the canton, with its prestigious villas and large estates. The old village and the residential districts are very green, and the slope of the plots sometimes makes machinery work harder. Finishing and a discreet worksite are highly expected.
New roof structures in Cologny
Traditional roof structure in fir or oak, industrial trusses, purlins and rafters sized according to the engineer’s plans.
The timber is treated against insects and fungi.
Repairing an older roof structure
Replacement of the timbers that need it, reinforcement by doubling, curative treatment, reworking of joints and bearings.
An inspection comes before the quote.
Raised storeys, dormers and frames
Adding a storey, creating dormers, installing roof windows, timber frame for an extension or a garage.
The permits are prepared with you.
The items of a roof structure quote in Cologny
- Inspection and survey
- Cutting and preparing the timber
- Lifting and installation
- Reinforcements and treatments
- Dormers and roof windows
- Cleaning and handover
A single point of contact who manages all the trades
From the quote to the handover, you keep the same contact person. Our teams and the other trades needed are coordinated by MS Contractor SA, which sets the schedule with you and keeps you up to date on progress.
How a request runs
Describe the project to us via the form, on +41 79 557 14 50 or by email, ideally with a few photos. After a call back to specify the work, we visit the premises and measure the surfaces and the condition of the substrates.
In the quote, you will find each item, the planned duration and what is not included. As soon as you give your written agreement, the start date is set with you and a manager follows the worksite until the handover.
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Frequently asked questions
Your questions in Cologny
How long does installing a villa roof structure in Cologny take?
One to two weeks of installation after preparation in the workshop. In the quote, you will find each item, the planned duration and what is not included.
Is a permit needed for roof structure work in Cologny?
Often yes. Changing the appearance of a facade or a roof, creating an opening or building an annex generally requires a building permit in Geneva, under the accelerated procedure for small works. Like-for-like maintenance does not require one. We explain the procedure to you and prepare the useful technical elements for the file. The details of the procedures are on the website of the State of Geneva, on the applying for a building permit page.
How can you tell whether your roof structure needs attention in Cologny?
Fine sawdust, small holes, timber that gives way under the tip of a knife or a visible bend in the purlins are signs to look at. We examine the roof structure during the visit.
Can the attic be converted in Cologny?
Often yes, by reinforcing the tie beams or modifying the trusses, with the engineer’s calculation and roof insulation.
Your project
A roof structure project in Cologny?
Describe the building and the condition of the roof structure. MS Contractor SA gets back in touch with you to organise the visit and write the detailed quote.