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Right - This ENERGY STAR refrigerator helps reduce energy usage.

Right - This ENERGY STAR refrigerator helps reduce energy usage.
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Right – a booster fan was installed in this long dryer duct to increase air flow and help prevent the duct from being clogged with lint

Right – a booster fan was installed in this long dryer duct to increase air flow and help prevent the duct from being clogged with lint
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Right – A double bead of sealant seals the seams between the SIP panel and spline.

Right – A double bead of sealant seals the seams between the SIP panel and spline.
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Right – A mall crew with a crane can assemble a home of structural insulated panels (SIPs) in just a few days.

Right – A mall crew with a crane can assemble a home of structural insulated panels (SIPs) in just a few days.
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Right – An ENERGY STAR washer and heat pump dryer save energy and money for home owners.

Right – An ENERGY STAR washer and heat pump dryer save energy and money for home owners.
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Right – An insulated spline reduces heat transfer at the SIP panel joints.

Right – An insulated spline reduces heat transfer at the SIP panel joints.
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Right – EPA WaterSense rated toilets reduce water usage.

Right – EPA WaterSense rated toilets reduce water usage.
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Right – EPA WaterSense-rated faucets reduce water usage compared to standard bathroom faucets.

Right – EPA WaterSense-rated faucets reduce water usage compared to standard bathroom faucets.
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Right – EPA WaterSense-rated low-flow showerheads reduce water and energy usage compared to standard showerheads.

Right – EPA WaterSense-rated low-flow showerheads reduce water and energy usage compared to standard showerheads.
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Right – EPA WaterSense-rated showerheads, faucets, and toilets contribute to both water and energy savings.

Right – EPA WaterSense-rated showerheads, faucets, and toilets contribute to both water and energy savings.
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Right – Graphite enhanced EPS fills these SIP panels, providing additional insulation value.

Right – Graphite enhanced EPS fills these SIP panels, providing additional insulation value.
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Right – SIP panels assemble quickly on site to provide sturdy walls and a roof that needs few interior supports so there is great flexibility in the layout of interior spaces.

Right – SIP panels assemble quickly on site to provide sturdy walls and a roof that needs few interior supports so there is great flexibility in the layout of interior spaces.
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Right – Strips of SIP panels are used to sheath and insulate the rim joists.

Right – Strips of SIP panels are used to sheath and insulate the rim joists.
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Right – Structural insulated panels are quickly assembled on site for this SIP house.

Right – Structural insulated panels are quickly assembled on site for this SIP house.
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Right – Tape seals the SIP panel seams.

Right – Tape seals the SIP panel seams.
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Right – This home’s roof and walls are constructed of SIP panels; metal studs provide fastening surfaces across the long expanses of ceiling in the open interiors.

Right – This home’s roof and walls are constructed of SIP panels; metal studs provide fastening surfaces across the long expanses of ceiling in the open interiors.
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Right – This net zero energy home has an electric vehicle charging station in the carport.

Right – This net zero energy home has an electric vehicle charging station in the carport.
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Right – This stacking ENERGY STAR-labeled washer and dryer save energy and water as well as space.

Right – This stacking ENERGY STAR-labeled washer and dryer save energy and water as well as space.
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SIP homes built in coastal locations should be constructed so that the lowest level is well above the BFE.

SIP homes built in coastal locations should be constructed so that the lowest level is well above the BFE.
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SIP panel door and wall framing

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SIP panel door and wall framing
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SIP panel walls are less susceptible to air leakage and convection issues than stick-built walls

SIP panel walls are less susceptible to air leakage and convection issues than stick-built walls
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SIP panels should be stacked high, dry, and flat

SIP panels should be stacked high, dry, and flat
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SIP roof panel detailing at eaves with an angled fascia

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SIP roof panel detailing at eaves with an angled fascia
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SIP roof panel detailing at the eaves with a framed overhang, a vertical fascia and soffit board

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SIP roof panel detailing at the eaves with a framed overhang, a vertical fascia and soffit board