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From the lens Home Building Kits - an Experts Evaluation of Prefab, SIP Panel, Log, Timber Frame, Metal and Panelized Kit Homes.

  • Nicks99 Jun 1, 2012 @ 3:24 am | delete
    I like you lens, it is a very nice resource on home building kits.

    roofing contractor Ft Worth
  • prefab_homes May 15, 2012 @ 2:08 pm | delete
    Great lens, thanks!
  • prefab_homes May 15, 2012 @ 2:05 pm | delete
    Great lens, thanks!
  • neoanderson004 May 7, 2012 @ 2:25 am | delete
    Timber Frames are in fashion nowadays. They look good and easy to build and carry.

    Timber Frame Company
  • BlueTrane Jan 7, 2012 @ 10:06 pm | delete
    Great Lens! I've been looking at post and beam, but will look closer into green kits.
  • Bradstar81 Nov 5, 2011 @ 5:48 am | delete
    Insulated roof panels allow builders to create an energy-efficient housing envelope that panders to the demand for green buildings in the market today. Insulated panels can offer superior energy efficiency as compared to the regular stick-frame constructions. And with the increasing concern over climate change and expensive energy alternatives, builders are becoming wise to the appeal of using this material in their work.
    Insulated roof panels are made from foam insulation which is packed in between two sheets of either board or plywood. Fiber cement panels also may be used. This design is resource and energy-efficient, as well as being strong and durable. They create a barrier to heat loss that can save almost half the energy typically spent on heating and cooling homes.
    While these benefits may well lead to a revolution in the building industry, there are some drawbacks to insulated roof panels too. The market share of this form of roofing has always been small, and is slowing down except in the niche of smaller buildings. Residential housing is one area that's benefiting from this trend.
    Another problem is that many believe such roof panels leave the house looking unattractive. That may change as technology evolves, with architects and designers coming up with appealing constructions implementing the same benefits with aesthetic class.
    The technology and benefits from insulated roof panels has never been in doubt among specialist contractors and architects, who realize that the R values are so high that the buildings stay at constant temperature with barely any energy wastage. People living inside are more comfortable, and save money on utility expenses.
    Encouraging widespread use of insulated panels in roofs is however a challenge, with the nebulous pricing of this kind of construction, and the nervousness of builders facing the use of newer technology. It takes some time and experience to get familiar with using these panels. But the pain must be overcome, as discerning buyers will soon start clamoring for the benefits and cost saving that comes from a green, effective roofing solution.

    http://kcsbuildingproducts.com
  • COUNTRYLUTHIER Sep 29, 2011 @ 12:12 am | delete
    Well done squid builder. Thanks for a great insight into building a "roof over one's head". Hope to see more lenses!
  • virgoansun Sep 25, 2011 @ 2:51 pm | delete
    Another great lens. Thanks.
  • kimmanleyort Aug 25, 2011 @ 9:23 am | delete
    I really like the way you presented all of the different options available, and then presented your option, without being pushy. Very well done and blessed by a Squid Angel. I would love to see more lenses on this topic.
  • Hirsilinna Aug 23, 2011 @ 4:59 pm | delete
    Too many lenses just recycle the Amazon links but this is truly different. You have put some fantastic info together here. Thank you for that.
  • bloodytuckercool Jul 24, 2011 @ 8:19 am | delete
    Its good to read this lense.Thanks for sharing it.

    Bonus
  • bookmarkme Jun 5, 2011 @ 7:33 pm | delete
    nice lens, very informative too
  • fulltimehockeymom Jun 2, 2011 @ 10:12 pm | delete
    that's crazy, I didn't even know kits like this existed
  • FrankChapman May 6, 2011 @ 8:29 am | delete
    Building a log home is a minner for me. It seems to work for a do-it-your-selfer.
    Thanks

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