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Green Energy Efficient Homes
SIP-Home Project - Series 1
By Dave Rongey  |
Summary: Styrofoam Insulated Panels or SIP homes are becoming very popular as an energy efficient building alternative that you should consider. |
Styrofoam Insulated Panel Homes are an great alternative to standard framing. |
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I have installed the electrical wiring in several SIP Homes and found them to be easier to wire that I first imagined. The method is easy to learn once you understand the method of construction. Pre-Planning is a must because of how the panels are constructed and pathways are provided. |
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SIP - Styrofoam Insulated Panel Homes |
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From an electrician's point of view, wiring a SIP-Home is a little more challenging, however once you understand what you have to work with the wiring goes just fine. |
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The construction process began with a concrete slab foundation which was poured after all the services and utilities instaled into a gravel bed including floor heat. The interior walls of this home are standard stick frame construction but with a touch of Japanese design complements of the Tokyo architec. |
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