Pioneers in Timber Construction
We are Slovenia’s leading manufacturer of premium elements for wooden prefabricated homes and public buildings. We are driven by a commitment to knowledge, quality, and responsibility—values that define who we are.
A Century of Tradition
Birth
Market Leader
The company builds the first prefabricated vacation houses.
Award in Yugoslavia
Jelovica receives an award for supplying 200 prefabricated houses to Skopje (Yugoslavia).
Expansion
Installed a new technology for the manufacture of small-panel prefabricated buildings.
Jelovica developed the S-type series of wooden prefabricated buildings with a remarkably attractive architecture.
In the following 20 years, 3184 buildings of this series were sold in Slovenia.
To The West
Supplied 77 houses for a residential settlement in Connecticut, USA.
Started manufacturing and supplying large-panel wooden prefabricated elements for Germany.
International Reputation
Supplied the first 4-storey building to Switzerland.
Installed a new line for the manufacture of wooden prefabricated houses.
12,000
Built the first passive nursery school.
Jelovica ownership consolidated.
Going Big
Several buildings with a net ground plan area of over 3,000m2 supplied to the German partner.
Supplied the Swiss partner with a superbly designed multi-storey/multi-family building.
Anniversary
The export share to foreign partner companies exceeded 80%.
What is next?
First in Slovenia to earn the Green Star certificate for sustainability.
Pioneered Slovenia’s first wooden multi-residential building with timber frame construction.
Our Values
Uncompromised Quality
Pioneering Courage
Self-sustainably natural
Proactive Reliability
Vision
Sales Team
Boris Plešnar
M: +386 40 688 846
E: boris.plesnar@jelovica.si
Marko Hrovatin
M: +386 41 727 761
E: marko.hrovatin@jelovica.si
Green company
Own energy
Our production is 100 % self-sufficient All the energy we need comes from water, sun and wooden by-prodcts from our production process.
Superb material
Wood is recyclable and renewable. It is also a great thermal insulator, and has superb seismic and fire safety characteristics. We use only certified high-quality wood.
Energy-generating buildings
Our buildings are carbon positive - they store more CO2 than they produce. Combined with energy efficiency, it makes them the best choice for future-proof buildings.
Jelovica Group
Our Certificates
Answers to Some of the Most Common Questions
Jelovica specializes in high-quality prefabricated wooden houses, working in partnership with local construction companies, architects, and designers. The price per square meter of a wooden prefabricated house can vary significantly depending on several key factors:
- Location and transport costs: The further the construction site is from the manufacturer, the higher the transportation costs.
- Number of floors: Single-story houses generally have a higher price per square meter than multi-story homes, as fixed costs like the roof and foundation remain the same regardless of the height of the building.
- Architectural complexity: A simple, compact design is more cost-effective, while a complex floor plan increases costs due to additional materials and construction time.
- Market trends: Prices of raw materials and supplier costs fluctuate throughout the year. Since a prefabricated house consists of components from over 50 different suppliers, it’s advisable to review and update offers older than three months.
- Doors and Windows: We offer a wide range of window options for the EU market — from standard wooden windows to large aluminum windows up to 6.5 meters in length.
The final price per square meter depends on the combination of these factors, as well as the construction phase chosen. Prices typically range from €800 to €1,300 per m² for an advanced assembled structure.
Each construction phase represents a different level of completion, from the basic load-bearing structure to a fully finished, move-in-ready home. For maximum energy efficiency, we also offer passive houses, designed to minimize energy consumption while ensuring optimal indoor comfort.
We supply fully prefabricated wooden house elements in the advanced shell construction phase. The term “advanced shell wooden elements” refers to a specific stage of construction in which we deliver prefabricated structural components, while clients remain responsible for the final interior and exterior finishing. These works can be completed either independently or with the support of one of our local partners.
Our factory supply includes:
- Prefabricated external timber frame walls.
- Prefabricated internal timber frame walls.
- Prefabricated sanitary internal walls, ready for plumbing installations.
- Prefabricated wooden ceilings.
- Prefabricated wooden roof structures.
- Windows pre-installed in the prefabricated walls.
- Shading systems, integrated into the prefabricated walls.
- Transportation of prefabricated elements from the factory to the construction site.
- Installation of prefabricated elements by highly skilled assembly teams.
For over 80 years, Jelovica has been manufacturing high-quality prefabricated wooden houses, completing more than 13,000 buildings. This experience reflects our expertise, reliability, and in-depth knowledge of modern sustainable construction. The process of designing and building a custom wooden house can be complex, which is why we provide expert guidance every step of the way to make the journey worry-free.
Our team of over 80 professionals is fully dedicated to delivering custom, high-quality wooden homes. Every prefabricated wooden house Jelovica consists of the following:
- Tailor-made design: Our architects and engineers work closely with clients to create a personalized home, considering every detail of the project.
- Technical expertise: Structural engineers, electrical and mechanical specialists, construction experts, and skilled carpenters contribute their knowledge to ensure precision and durability.
- Fast and efficient assembly: Once production is complete, our experienced installation teams assemble the house on-site in just a few days.
- Sustainable and energy-efficient solutions: Modern eco-friendly building systems allow homeowners to move in within a few months of starting the construction.
- 30-year warranty: Jelovica offers a structural guarantee, ensuring reliability and low energy consumption.
Creating a custom-made wooden house is a significant investment that requires expertise and precision. Choosing a trusted and experienced partner ensures a smooth and efficient process, resulting in a home that meets the highest standards of quality and sustainability.
The delivery time generally ranges between three to five months, depending on the volume of orders. During peak season, delivery times may be longer, but customers are always informed in advance.
As of today, placing an order would result in the delivery and on-site assembly of an advanced structural stage house within approximately five months.
We organize the transportation of prefabricated elements to the construction site in collaboration with various international transport companies. This allows us to ensure reliable and cost-effective delivery solutions.
For assembly, we work with certified international installation teams who carry out their work quickly and professionally. In our main export markets, such as Italy, Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, we have local assembly teams who speak the native language, ensuring smooth communication on-site.
What is the client’s responsibility?
The company that buys the prefabricated wooden elements and sells them to the final customer is responsible for organizing:
- The architectural project for the eco-friendly home
- Building permits
- Municipal authorizations and fees
- Foundation slab construction
- Plumbing and electrical installation projects
- General site management
- Completing the project as a turn-key solution for the end client
Once the foundation slab is completed, we deliver the prefabricated wooden elements, and our installation team assembles the structure. The assembly process typically takes about five days, after which the construction company must complete the remaining finishing work on-site.
Just like traditional brick houses, prefabricated wooden houses require regular maintenance and occasional renovation of certain elements. There is no significant difference in the upkeep of a conventional house versus an eco-friendly wooden home, as long as the owner ensures proper use. This includes maintaining adequate heating and ventilation during colder months, regularly inspecting critical areas where moisture could enter, and addressing any damage promptly. The durability of wood as a building material is evident in Slovenia’s historic wooden houses, built with log or timber-frame structures, which have stood the test of time.
In modern prefabricated wooden houses, the structure is further protected against temperature fluctuations and humidity, which can significantly extend its lifespan. Leading manufacturers of wooden prefabricated houses design and guarantee a minimum lifespan of 50 years, which can be extended with high-quality materials and proper maintenance.
Since prefabricated houses are manufactured in controlled factory conditions, the likelihood of construction errors is significantly reduced. Unlike traditional masonry construction, prefabricated homes also come with a structural stability guarantee. At Jelovica, we offer a 30-year guarantee on our timber-frame structures and a 50-year guarantee on cross-laminated timber (CLT) structures, ensuring long-term quality and durability.
Jelovica is a supplier of structural solutions for business partners (B2B model). Our supply to partners includes walls, floors, and roofs with integrated windows. Our international business partners then handle the sale and installation of the finished product for the end customer.
If you are a construction company and want to learn more about working with us, click here: How to Cooperate with Us.
Jelovica is one of the first Slovenian companies in the region with a strong ecological footprint. Our commitment to nature and people is reflected in every aspect of our operations, from the way we conduct business to the products we offer – wooden houses. We continuously reaffirm our dedication to sustainable development through recognized certifications.
The latest PEFC certification ensures that the wood used in our houses comes from sustainably managed forests, adhering to strict environmental, social, and ethical standards. Our commitment to environmental responsibility is evident in our initiatives and projects, which contribute to a healthier and more sustainable living environment for present and future generations.
The CE (ETA) certification is the most important for the commercialization of our prefabricated houses and wooden public buildings. The CE mark guarantees that our homes meet the highest quality standards and that Jelovica ensures full compliance with European regulations. In May 2011, Jelovica became one of the first companies in Slovenia to obtain the CE mark in the field of prefabricated wooden construction.
The quality of Jelovica prefabricated houses is also certified by the RAL quality mark from Germany. Obtaining this certification requires a full inspection of the production process and materials used. All materials installed in our houses must be certified for quality assurance. Maintaining the RAL certification requires regular audits conducted by the OTTO-GRAF INSTITUTE in Germany, which inspects our processes at least twice a year.
Additionally, the structural elements of Jelovica prefabricated houses comply with DIN 1052, the German standard for timber construction. This regulation defines key parameters such as wood type and quality, load-bearing capacity, fasteners (clamps, nails, screws), and panel installation.
For more information about our certifications and recognitions, visit our About us page.