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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

How much are they? Do SIPs walls cost more than frame walls?

When evaluating the cost of building with a SIP you need to look at the overall construction costs and long-term operating costs, not just the cost of the material. SIPs result in less waste, less field labor requirements (along with the associated field labor overhead costs, such as transportation, lodging, meals, benefits, etc.), much faster construction time (and fewer weather delays), lower HVAC equipment costs, and greater comfort. Long-term operating costs for utilities are greatly reduced.
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Is a Greenix Panel a "green building product?"

 And are SIPs environmentally safe to make and use?

Yes.  Only EPA-approved materials are used in the manufacture of Greenix Panels. Greenix Panels polyurethane foam contains no formaldehyde. The foam contains agricultural-based oils derived from soy beans, corn, sugar beets, and/or sugar cane. The foaming equipment is cleaned with hot water and a detergent, and the small amount of residue is safely disposable.  

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Are ants and termites a problem in panels?

No more than in conventional construction. In climates where either termites or ants can cause problems, panel manufacturers recommend that all homeowners use the same preventive treatments (topical sprays around foundations, termite shields, etc.) that they would use in a stick-framed home. Note, however, that the foam within the panels does not provide food value for insects.
 

What about SIPs in fires?

Polyurethane foam does not melt. SIPs have passed every standard fire test that is required of wood-based or "Type V" construction. To the surprise of some building researchers,
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How do you make the openings for doors and windows?

You don't have to!  With our preferred panels,  doors and windows are identified in the building plan.  As part of the manufacturing process, door and window openings are framed and blocked out. When foam is injected into the panel, the door and window frames become an integral part of the panels. All window and door openings are made in the factory per plan unless otherwise specified.
 
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