The structural engineer set forth requirements to accept the SIPs (Structural Insulated Panels) on this Beacon Hill project. The existing frame had to be able to handle the additional load of the second floor. This is normal whether you have SIPs or standard framing methods (2×6’s)

SIP being lowered in place

This photo illustrates what a typical SIP looks like as it is lowered into place.  On Wednesday morning, a truck will arrive at the Beacon Hill site and a forklift will take the panels from the flatbed truck on the street, up a narrow street, to a crane that has been setup and waiting for the panels. Then the crane will set the panels in place to the Fine Constructions awaiting framing crew.

GG brings donuts to the roof crew

I explained to GG (my daughter) that yes, donuts are great treat for the guys on the jobsite, the sugar gives the guys energy.  Then she asked why she could only have one.

The great thing about this location, and Beacon Hill, is the transit system. The new light rail has been installed, and I hope that they continue to make progress on expanding the light rail system.

Light Rail near project on Beacon Hill

5 Responses to “Beacon Hill Project Gets Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) for 2nd Floor Addition–a Green Process”

1. Robert Fitzsimmons says:

   February 23, 2010 at 8:24 am

   Hello Tom, what’s the ballpark per-square-foot cost for this addition and how does that construction cost compare to other non-SIP addition projects? Other than the energy savings, what are other SIP benefits on a second-story projects like this?

   Many thanks!
2. Cliff Owen says:

   February 23, 2010 at 1:54 pm

   Then she asked why she could only have one.

   could, or couldn’t?
3. Tom says:

   February 23, 2010 at 2:40 pm

   Robert, this project is coming in around $250 a sq. ft. Non Sips can go from $175 and up depending on finishes. This project is a nice project and is getting some upgrades that brings up the price. Let me know if I can help you. Tom Fine
4. Bryant says:

   March 11, 2010 at 12:10 pm

   Hi,

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   I look forward to hearing from you.

   Regards,

   Bryant
   J.A. Husby LLC
   homebuilderseattle.org
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   June 17, 2010 at 6:21 pm

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