Question 1

I only need one business unit. Do I have to use all four?

Accepted Answer

No. Each business unit can be booked and delivered on its own; we don't bundle them.

Question 2

What's different about Solven Group compared to a regular contractor?

Accepted Answer

One contract and one point of contact cover the timber house, the electrical work, the smart home, and the online presence (if you need it), instead of you coordinating three or four separate contractors.

Question 3

How does Solven Group relate to the Szépfaházak and CLIKS brands?

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Both are brands of Solven Group Kft. Szépfaházak covers timber-frame construction and CLIKS covers web development and AI automation, each with its own identity, sharing the same company behind them.

Question 4

Which regions do you work in?

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Nationwide in Hungary, with a particular focus on the Lake Balaton area; internationally in English; and in Austria and southern Germany in German, mainly for timber-frame construction and export.

Question 5

How quickly do I get a quote?

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We typically respond within one business day of first contact. The final quote follows the site survey and a clear picture of what you need.

Question 6

Do you take on smaller jobs, or only full projects?

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Yes, we take on standalone electrical or smart-home jobs too, not just full-scope construction.

Question 7

What happens if the project grows partway through?

Accepted Answer

The quote and schedule can be adjusted, for example if you decide to add a smart-home system alongside the electrical work later on.

Question 8

How long does it take to build a timber-frame house?

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The exact timeline depends on size and the level of finish (shell-only or turnkey). Manufacturing happens under controlled conditions, which shortens on-site work compared to traditional, weather-dependent construction.

Question 9

What does a timber-frame house at Lake Balaton cost?

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Price depends on size, finish level, and material quality. We give an exact quote after a site survey and a clear picture of your requirements.

Question 10

What's the difference between shell-only and turnkey handover?

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Shell-only handover finishes the frame, roof, and windows and doors. Turnkey handover includes building services and interior fit-out too, delivered move-in ready.

Question 11

How durable is a timber-frame house?

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With proper design, construction, and regular maintenance, timber-frame construction is suitable for permanent, long-term living, not a temporary structure.

Question 12

Can a house type be adapted to my plot?

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Yes. House types are a starting point and can be adapted to your plot and specific requirements during the design phase.

Question 13

Can I add smart-home or electrical work to a timber house project?

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Yes, that's one of the main advantages of working with Solven Group Kft.: the house, the electrical work, and the smart-home system get planned and delivered as one coordinated project.

Question 14

Where do I find actual house types and pricing?

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Detailed house types and price lists are on the Szépfaházak site, the timber-construction brand of Solven Group Kft.

Question 15

Do I need to open up walls for wiring if I want smart home in an existing flat?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily. Shelly-level devices can cover a lot of functions using existing wiring and switches, without opening up walls.

Question 16

What's the difference between KNX, Shelly, and Loxone?

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KNX is a wired industry standard, mainly for new builds. Shelly is Wi-Fi-based and suited to retrofits. Loxone runs on a central controller and can bring devices at either level together in one interface.

Question 17

I only want to control lighting. Do I have to build the full system?

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No, the system can expand function by function. It can start with lighting or heating and later add shading or security.

Question 18

Can I monitor my holiday home remotely?

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Yes, depending on the system you choose, remote access and alerts can be set up, which is especially useful for rental or occasional-use properties.

Question 19

How long does it take to install a smart-home system?

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That depends on the technology and the number of functions. A retrofit Shelly-level install is typically faster than building out a full KNX system.

Question 20

Can the smart-home system be ordered together with timber construction or electrical work?

Accepted Answer

Yes, that's the common case: electrical work and the smart-home system get designed and installed together as one project.

Question 21

What happens if part of the system fails?

Accepted Answer

Because of the modular setup, the affected component can usually be replaced or repaired without reinstalling the whole system.

Question 22

When does a renovation call for a full rewiring instead of a partial one?

Accepted Answer

Mainly when the wiring is outdated (aluminum wiring, for example), the distribution board can't handle today's load, or equipotential bonding isn't in place. A site survey gives the exact answer.

Question 23

What is equipotential bonding, and why is it required?

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It connects a building's metal structural elements so a fault can't create a dangerous voltage difference. Its installation is mandated by standard.

Question 24

How often does a safety inspection need to happen?

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That depends on how the property is used and the applicable requirements. Rental or shared-use properties need it more often than a single-family home.

Question 25

Do I get written documentation for the work?

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Yes, every electrical job we complete comes with a documented test report.

Question 26

Do you take on small, one-off repairs too?

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Yes, we take on standalone fault-finding and smaller jobs, not just full-scope construction.

Question 27

How long does setting up a new meter point take?

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That depends on the utility provider's processing time and the site conditions. We can give an exact timeline after the survey.

Question 28

Can electrical work be planned alongside a future smart-home system?

Accepted Answer

Yes. It's worth flagging at the electrical planning stage if you're considering a smart-home system later, so the wiring is ready for it.

Question 29

What exactly does an AI chatbot do?

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It answers typical questions, such as opening hours, prices, or availability, automatically on a website or Facebook Messenger, without anyone on staff typing a reply.

Question 30

Do I need an existing website, or can you build one too?

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Either works: we build new websites, and we can also fit a chatbot or automation to an existing one.

Question 31

What's the difference between CLIKS and Solven Group's own online services?

Accepted Answer

CLIKS is Solven Group Kft.'s own brand for web development and AI automation, with its own identity. Detailed service packages and pricing are on the CLIKS site.

Question 32

How long does building a website take?

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That depends on scope and features. We can give an exact timeline once your requirements are clear.

Question 33

Does social media management include creating the content too?

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Yes, social media management runs on a monthly content plan and includes producing the content.

Question 34

Is there a minimum monthly budget worth starting from?

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That depends on the goal and the service package. We give a specific recommendation once your requirements are clear.

Question 35

Can I order just one service, like only the chatbot?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the website, chatbot, automation, and social media management can each be booked on their own.

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