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SIP-Home Project - Series 3

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Summary: SIP Homes can be built on a slab foundation or a traditional stem wall foundation.

Styrofoam Insulated Panel Homes are a great energy alternative.

SIP Home Building - Series 3

Begriming to set the SIP Panels into place.

This phase of construction requires the installation of special insulation calking and adhesives.

SIP Home - Styrofoam Insulated Panel Homes provide easy construction

The construction process requires careful attention to the placement of the provided channels that are installed by the SIP Panel Manufacturer. The channels become the pathway for installing the majority of the electrical circuits for the home.

The SIP Panels are tilted up into place after a bead of calking is placed along the bottom foundation plate.

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All home electrical wiring projects should be performed correctly by trained and qualified individuals who understand the principles of electrical circuit wiring and the basic fundamentals of home construction. Detailed information is provided throughout areas of this website about the complexity of specific projects to help assist with you to understand the scope of work involved.
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Identify the electrical circuits found in the project area, turn them OFF and Tag them with a Note before working with the electrical wiring.
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