SIPs building questions

cc-rider · #1 04/18/06, 08:25 AM

I tried to search on here for "SIP", but didn't find anything related to building panels....and I know it's been discussed before, so sorry for the redundency!!

Has anyone used these SIP panels to build? Would you do it again? Cost??

I'm thinking a small cabin-sized building. I love the fact that they are air-tight when done, and also FAST to build.

Thanks,
Chris

Boleyz · #2 04/18/06, 08:38 AM

Different places often use different terminology. I don't know what a SIP panel is...and I I've done a bit of building...

painterswife · #3 04/18/06, 08:46 AM

Structural Insulated panels!

Try SIPweb for info. Sips cost between 5.00-9.00 per square foot of wall and roof area( for materials only).

We live in a SIP home. No drafts and low heating bills.

Jill

cc-rider · #4 04/18/06, 09:33 AM

I read somewhere that they cost about 1% more than stick framing, but save 35-45% on labor costs, plus another 50% on utilities. I just like the idea of getting it all under roof in a day or so. Plus the insulative qualities.

How big is your house?

I'll check out that website! Thanks!
Chris

painterswife · #5 04/18/06, 09:55 AM

Our house is 1200 Square feet, but we did the porch roof with sips , so we can easily add another 800 feet at any time.

It went up in a few days with a crew had not done SIPs before.

I would not go back to a stick built home.

Jill

Obser · #6 04/18/06, 09:57 AM

We were involved in a project that used SIPs. The manufacturer made serious mistakes in production and he and his "installation crew" knew less than nothing about construction. It was a nightmare for the owner (who "knew everything").

Check the track record of any SIP supplier or contractor.