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wes.frink
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07 Oct 2014 08:45 PM
Hi all, new to the forum but not new to construction. I have been in construction all my life and now at the age of 40 looking to build (GC) my own passive (or very close to it hopefully) home. I currently run an electrical contracting company in the Indy area that the majority of our work is HVAC controls related like big hospitals, schools, and govt buildings.
Jelly
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08 Oct 2014 09:39 AM
welcome to the forum
James02
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08 Oct 2014 04:11 PM
Welcome Wes! I'm just south of you, Louisville. Looking to build in a couple years myself something that is durable, long-lasting, and low energy.
wes.frink
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10 Oct 2014 10:12 PM
Agreed James our local electrical utility has already announced rate increases between 12-25% within the next 5 years. Just starting here and curious SIP's roof vs Rafter and spray foam?
Jelly
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11 Oct 2014 12:42 PM
I vote for SIPs!
James02
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15 Oct 2014 01:48 PM
wes.frink - I'm not sure. I hear truss roof w/ blown in fiberglass or cellulose is the way to go for a high R-value roof. SIP's roofs costs more but are stronger against tornado's; which our area does experience. Costs are a concern, SIP's are more expensive. I'm not sure yet.
What are you thinking?
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