above grade i'v seen 10 12 years old homes with no problems but below grade i hav had to remove 8 foundation and used icf instead so i would not recomend them below grade go with icf blocks
I think all SIPs should have a long perforated intake tube at the interior ridge connected to the HRV. It is an obvious moisture trap. SIPs still have a thermal bridge at every spline. I think that advanced framing, larsen trusses, exterior rigid foam, rain screen walls, is the answer. There will be a whole generation of failed sip homes in the near future (especially under stucco and stone veneer). Just as there will be a super-fund disaster at all Prius junkyards when the batteries leak!!
If OSHA was truly concerned about safety and not money they would fine the worker if it is proven that he or she were trained properly and not the trainer or company. But they wouldn't make enough money to keep the doors open. So I guess people will keep giving their lives up for the funding of yet another government debacle.
how does moisture vapor escape these houses? It used to be the ceiling. I really love the super insulated walls that are 80% R-2 glass. Saving alot with that wall.
@donsjuand What about spring and fall when they don't run? Imagine weeks of rain and 70 degree weather with zero moisture escaping, there are many examples of this stuff rotting away and molding up.
Are there any government studies that show that these structures are stronger than convention stick frame buildings? I also am curious to know if there have been any studies indicating that this kind of structure provides better insulating factors over fiberglass insulation.
@kermitefrog64 The manufacturers conduct protest tests themselves for just that purpose. Or, they hire a 3rd party to do it. Depends on the thickness, the thermal properties of the EPS or poly insulation used within the OSB.
wow..no osha there with the dangerous slings and belts and fasteners to trip and work around.....only your own responsibility...thats rare around here..or...illegal.
above grade i'v seen 10 12 years old homes with no problems but below grade i hav had to remove 8 foundation and used icf instead so i would not recomend them below grade go with icf blocks
BasementPro123 1 month ago
I think all SIPs should have a long perforated intake tube at the interior ridge connected to the HRV. It is an obvious moisture trap. SIPs still have a thermal bridge at every spline. I think that advanced framing, larsen trusses, exterior rigid foam, rain screen walls, is the answer. There will be a whole generation of failed sip homes in the near future (especially under stucco and stone veneer). Just as there will be a super-fund disaster at all Prius junkyards when the batteries leak!!
ootsam 6 months ago
@ootsam may I ask why especially under stucco?
nlty2000 1 month ago
Nice and strong construction
telosfd 10 months ago
After more research, an ERV or HRV is needed for ventilation/humidity.
donsjuand 1 year ago
If OSHA was truly concerned about safety and not money they would fine the worker if it is proven that he or she were trained properly and not the trainer or company. But they wouldn't make enough money to keep the doors open. So I guess people will keep giving their lives up for the funding of yet another government debacle.
plumbgard 1 year ago
F@#$ OSHA!!!!!!!!!!! just cost everyone more time and money
JVASHER 1 year ago
they are pros....no need for osha here.....
bvillarreal69 1 year ago
how does moisture vapor escape these houses? It used to be the ceiling. I really love the super insulated walls that are 80% R-2 glass. Saving alot with that wall.
d1incharge 2 years ago
@d1incharge Through the HVAC system.
donsjuand 1 year ago
@donsjuand What about spring and fall when they don't run? Imagine weeks of rain and 70 degree weather with zero moisture escaping, there are many examples of this stuff rotting away and molding up.
d1incharge 1 year ago
@d1incharge Sounds like you'd need a humidity solution, regardless of building type.
donsjuand 1 year ago
I thought about that for my own home and would likely use a latched vent or windows, but I'm not that far along yet.
donsjuand 1 year ago
Are there any government studies that show that these structures are stronger than convention stick frame buildings? I also am curious to know if there have been any studies indicating that this kind of structure provides better insulating factors over fiberglass insulation.
kermitefrog64 2 years ago
@kermitefrog64 The manufacturers conduct protest tests themselves for just that purpose. Or, they hire a 3rd party to do it. Depends on the thickness, the thermal properties of the EPS or poly insulation used within the OSB.
donsjuand 1 year ago
wow..no osha there with the dangerous slings and belts and fasteners to trip and work around.....only your own responsibility...thats rare around here..or...illegal.
acrazedmaniac 3 years ago