News
STEEL SIPS

An affordable home that can withstand a category 5 hurricane? This builder says he has the answer

August 31, 2020
The interior frame of a SIP home is made with steel, not wood. It increases a home's strength while reducing the fear of termite damage, fire, rot and other wear and tear found in conventional homes. Photo by Pat Obley

North Port Spotlight

August 4, 2020

Construction Commenced

August 3, 2020
Construction has commenced on the lot with the completion of the slab on stem walls to comply with Charlotte County's 10-foot (above sea level) elevation requirements. Once the slab was poured and allowed to cure (for over 3 weeks), the workers had the product delivered and placed and began constructing the panel tracks on the slab while the center beam in the middle of the home was constructed out of 20-gauge steel with self-tapping screws. As of August 3, 2020, the walls and roof will be assembled and the entire house enclosed by August 10, 2020. This is the speed and ease of this type of steel SIPS construction, which has a 2-hour fire rating and promises an R-value of at least 60!

Resurgence of Steel SIPS Construction in Charlotte County, Florida!

June 14, 2020
( PORT CHARLOTTE, FLORIDA) -- Site preparations are underway at this DK Consultants of Florida LLC- sponsored 1661 square foot (under air) steel SIPS spec model at 155 Chelsea Court NW (33952). This spacious 3/2/2 features oversized bedrooms and open living area with vaulted ceilings with green energy savings throughout. The entire home (under roof) is 2,559 square feet with a gable metal roof of a 4/12 pitch that can withstand a Category 5 hurricane! The energy-saving HVAC design features mini-split air conditioning units, which offers an energy cost benefit to the homeowner with individual temperature controls in each bedroom for maximum comfort.
News Links & Resources
Millennial Homeownership - Why Is It So Low, and How Can We Increase It?
Share by: