SIP Energy Homes are Ireland's only manufacturer of
Structural Insulated Panels (SIP's) for use in the
construction of new homes.
Although new to the Irish market, Structured Insulated
Panels have been in use in North America since the 1970s.
Each SIP consists of an inner core (100mm-125mm) of high
performance insulation sandwiched between two outer layers
of oriented strand board (OSB). These panels are used for
all exterior and interior walls as well as for your roof
resulting in a complete high insulation envelope build.
SIPs
Advantages
A Faster Build
There is no faster way to build your house than with SIP
Energy Homes! As SIPs are pre-engineered the typical length
of time from foundation to finished roof is typically 6-7
days. That means you have an enclosed environment for other
trades to begin in one week. Finally, as our SIP panels are
manufactured to a tolerance of +/- 2mm you can pre-order
windows, doors and kitchen units with a confidence not
associated with other building methods.
Lower Energy Costs
Air tightness is a vital component in the quest to make
homes more energy efficient, but the simple idea of making
your home airtight is one of the biggest factors in
conserving the amount of energy used in your home (up to
25%). A SIP Energy Home being particularly Airtight
(3.25m3/h/m2 , nominal, standard ) facilitates the use of
aero thermal and passive solar design features. All of which
delivers lower heating and energy costs.
Structurally Sound
SIP panels are also used as the load bearing walls for your
roof and bring a versatility not associated with
conventional timber frame builds. You can enjoy the benefits
of a Screed floor upstairs when you choose a SIP Energy
Home. Just talk to us about your requirements for under
floor heating or the additional acoustic benefits of
including a second floor screed and we can advise you on
methods available including light weight screeds.
Environmentally Friendly
With facings that are made from renewable, farm-grown trees,
your SIP Building also reduces pollution by consuming much
less heating and cooling energy, and in so doing, reducing
the all important ‘carbon footprint’ that is destined to
become a bigger feature of modern living.
Ready-to-use Attic Space
The SIP construction process means you automatically get the
benefit of a fully floored attic space. And, because SIP
Energy Homes are fully insulated you get the added benefit
of the attic being insulated as standard, too. With
traditional masonry and timber frame built houses you will
incur considerable additional costs to make your attic a
useable space.
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