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Custom Residence, AK
Wallentine Cabin
Utah
Project Type Residential | Single Family < 3000 sf
Year Completed 2020
Project Size 5390 sq ft
SIPS Used 6" EPS Walls & 12" EPS Roof
Sustainable Features Premier SIPS
Architect Jeff Tuft
Contractor Kingpin Construction
Project Overview
Wallentine Cabin
End Use: The owners intend the upstairs to be for private living, and the downstairs for vacation rental
Why SIPs: The client wanted a very energy-efficient home, having used SIPs several times, they knew it was a perfect choice.
Benefits of SIPs: With labor, construction costs, and time, all combined with solar power this home is very energy efficient.
Innovative Design Elements: This home has many unusual angles and the roof falls in two directions, SIPs were done to perfection.
Blower Door Test: The home has natural air -2 pascals. All ventilation appliances turned on -5.7 pascals, ERV registered no change in pressure in the home, minimum leakage at -50 1180CFM, ACH-50 1.19.
HVAC: We used Carrier Mini split system thru out every room has its control.
Energy-Saving or Energy-Efficient Materials Used:
- We selected top end Marvin Window. These windows are energy efficient because the wind blowing on them can create a tighter seal.
- This home has full solar
- LED lighting throughout
- Highly efficient Bosch appliances
Solar Panels: Installed on top of garage
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