Sips

[Punaeventually]

Was wondering if anyone had used sips in puna? Is there a manufacturer in hawaii or do they ship from mainland?

[Rob Tucker]

My company has been doing SIPs here since 1999. www.castleblock.com

[Carey]

Our house is an older aluminum SIP, shipped from the mainland in the early 70's (when aluminum was not so expensive) There are a handful of the same make/era in Keaau...and other different types around Puna

[peteadams]

We used the ProTec wall SIPs plus roof panel SIPs from Rob for our house. They are cement board and metal panels respectively, sandwiching closed cell foam. They were easy to put up by amateurs. Working part time with a neighborhood crew we had a shell up in under two months. The insulation in both the roof and walls contribute to more comfortable temperatures on hot days and some retention of heat at night even with a lot of air circulation. No termite food in the house except the wooden doors and trim/moldings.

[David M]

Another Castleblock ProTec house here, built by myself and some hired labor. Love it.

David

Ninole Resident
Please visit vacation.ninolehawaii.com

[rainyjim]

I want to build a house with Sips!

Can anyone recommend a good architect/planner whos had their plans approved by the county etc

[rainyjim]

Can I inquire about the construction experience you guys had before you began building your castleblock homes yourselves?

[Rob Tucker]

I have had lots of SIP plans approved by the county. Picking up an approved set this week.

[rainyjim]

Does that mean you draft them or draw them up yourself Rob?

[Rob Tucker]

If you are interested give me a call and we can discuss. 987-5987