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| All-in-one factory manufactured building panel. Inner/outer sheathing, insulation - built into one panel. |
MATERIAL |
Fabricated on-site piece by piece lumber, insulation, inner/outer sheathing - installed one by one. |
| SIPs – 2000 sq. ft. home – fully insulated building envelope erected within 4 days by a crew of four. |
BUILD TIME |
Stick – 2000 sq. ft. home – constructed in 10-14 days by a crew of at least six. |
| R-24 |
EFFECTIVE R-VALUE |
R-16 |
Materials - 3-5% lighter than stick and batt.
HVAC system - smaller, less expensive than needed for stick. |
INITIAL COSTS |
Materials - 3-5% lower than SIPs.
HVAC system - more expensive than needed for SIPs. |
| Monthly heating/cooling costs reduced by 40-60% |
LONG-TERM SAVINGS |
NONE |
| Typically carries a higher resale value. |
RESALE VALUE |
No resale advantages. |
| Consistent temperature throughout your home. |
INTERIOR COMFORT |
Inconsistent temperatures - "drafty" areas. |
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