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SIPs Advantages

Some of the advantages in using Structural Insulated Panels or SIPs for your roof structure include superior strength, rapid construction, high R-values, low air infiltration values, and sound absorption.

SIPs works like an I-beam with two rigid sheets of Oriented Strand Board (OSB) acting as the flanges and a rigid foam core acting as the web.  This allows the panel to span long lengths and withstand hurricane force winds.

SIPs come in large panels up to 8’ wide and 24’ long.  This translates into very fast construction time.

Because Structural Insulated Panels have solid foam throughout they are very energy efficient, having high R-values.  Also, because there are few joints between panels the have low air infiltration values.

Finally, SIPs are great at blocking sound waves for a quieter home.

I would recommend that anyone look seriously at using SIPs for your roof or even wall structure in new home construction.

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