Crockett Homes is proud to offer our "Crockett Post & Beam
Homes", a hybrid system combining the economics of structural panel with the beauty of timber frame construction. Prestigious models are built with revolutionary R-Control EPS foam panels with post & beam second floor which replace standard 2 x 6 construction and conventional joists. These beautiful homes lower energy costs all year long.
Wall System:
The wall system is constructed with R-Control Structural Panels with an exposed solid timber band into which the joists are notched.
Post & Beam Second Floor System:
This is a post & beam system consisting of 8 x 8 posts, 8 x 12 carry beams and 6 x 6 or 6 x 8 joists finished with 2 x 6 tongues and groove flooring. Beautiful curved braces are also an option.
Roof System Options:
Timber frame truss — Excellent solution where posts are undesirable. Requires no ridge beam and no ridge post. Spacing is between 3' to 4' on center. Interior finish and insulation is completed with stress skin panels.
Timber rafters —
Timber rafters are spaced 3' to 4' on center with a post & beam ridge and optional knee braces. Interior finish and insulation is complete with Stress skin panels.
Conventionally framed — Standard 2 x 12 rafters with a post & beam ridge, and optional knee braces, or timber collar ties.
QUESTIONS YOU MAY HAVE on R-Control
SIP's
1. Q. WHAT IS THE R-CONTROL STRUCTURAL INSULATED
PANEL (SIP) SYSTEM?
A. An extremely strong super insulated structural panel
building component used for exterior walls,
roof/ceilings, and floors. R-Control SIPs are made from
engineered wood facings adhesively bonded to expanded
polystyrene high performance rigid insulation.
2. Q. WHY SHOULD I CONSIDER USING THE R-CONTROL SIP
SYSTEM OVER CONVENTIONAL STICK BUILT METHODS?
A. If you plan to own or occupy the building or house,
there are several excellent reasons to consider
R-Control SIPs.
Comfort — One of the most exciting features of an
R-Control structure is the comfort benefit to the
homeowner. R-Control SIPs create an inside home
environment that is more easily and economically
controlled. In addition to superior physical comfort,
R-Control SIP structures are also very quiet and clean.
Thermal Performance — Stick built walls were originally
designed to be structural, not insulated. With
R-Control, the insulation is not an afterthought, but an
integral part of the structure. The insulation is solid,
so there is no air movement within the wall, nor are
there studs acting as thermal breaks that reduce energy
efficiency and homeowner comfort.
Strength — Structural testing and real world storms and
earthquakes have challenged R-Control SIP strength
performance. In tests of strength, R-Control SIPs have
proven stronger than stick framed construction methods.
Quality — R-Control SIPs assure you of straight, flat
walls with no bulging framing members. Straight walls
are virtually impossible to achieve with stick framing.
Attraction of dirt particles to thermal shorts caused by
framing members is eliminated. A continuous wood surface
provides a sound nailbase for conventional exterior
finishing materials. This is also an advantage for
interior finishing, as well as hanging cabinets and
pictures.
Speed of Construction — R-Control SIP is a faster method
of construction. Many R-Control SIP contractor users
report 30% to 50% increased productivity in their
framing.
3. Q. WHAT TYPE OF HOMES CAN BE BUILT WITH R-CONTROL
SIPs?
A. R-Control SIPs can be used in all designs: custom
homes, engineered homes, restaurants, office buildings,
schools, churches....the options are endless.
Homeowners, builders, and designers who want to use a
superior building technology can all benefit from
R-Control SIPs.
4. Q. WHY DO R-CONTROL SIP STRUCTURES OUTPERFORM
CONVENTIONALLY CONSTRUCTED BUILDINGS AND HOMES WITH THE
SAME R-VALUE?
A. The R-Value rating of a specific material or wall
assembly was not intended to be the measure of thermal
efficiency of a home. R-Value only measures resistance
to heat loss by conduction. Other forms of heat loss are
convection, radiation and especially infiltration
(leakage). Conventional framing with batt insulation
promotes convection, radiant and infiltration heat loss.
5. Q. WHAT IS THE R-VALUE?
A. R-Control SIPs are manufactured with values of R-15,
R-23, R-30, R-37 and R-45. Testing at Oak Ridge National
Laboratories showed that R-Control SIP walls are far
superior to conventional stick frame and batt insulated
walls. A 4-1/2" R-Control SIP panel was 45% better than
2x4's with batt insulation and in fact also was better
than 2x6's with batt insulation.
6. Q. WHAT IS THE COST OF R-CONTROL COMPARED TO A
CONVENTIONAL STICK BUILT STRUCTURE?
A. The cost of any home or building is significantly
dependent upon design. Basically, R-Control SIPs offset
small additional material costs through labor savings.
However, R-Control structures produce significant
savings to the owner when low monthly utility bills
arrive.
7. Q. HAS THE R-CONTROL SIP SYSTEM BEEN THOROUGHLY
TESTED, AND DOES IT HAVE BUILDING CODE ACCEPTANCE?
A. Yes. Extensive testing has been performed by many
independent laboratories. R-Control SIPs are UL
(Underwriters Laboratories Inc.) listed and a Third
Party Certified product. R-Control SIPs have the
recognition of meeting the requirement of all the
national model building codes. Please refer to the
current R-Control evaluation report issued by the
International Code Council Evaluation Service (ICC-ES).
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International Building Code (IBC)
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International Residential Code (IRC)
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Uniform Building Code (UBC)
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National Building Code Recognized
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Standard Building Code
R-Control is also recognized by the Department of
Housing and Urban Development (HUD), as well as having
other individual state and country approvals.
8. Q. HAVE R-CONTROL SIPs BEEN PROVEN STRUCTURALLY IN
EARTHQUAKES AND STORMS?
A. Yes. R-Control SIPs have exceptional strength to
resist typical loads caused by seismic activity and high
winds. R-Control Building Systems has documentation of
six homes which used R-Control components that withstood
the 7.2-magnitude earthquake in Kobe, Japan in January
1995. These homes were located just miles from the
quake's epicenter and stood solidly against the
tremendous force of the earthquake. R-Control SIP
structures have also withstood tornados in Georgia and
straight line winds and tree trunks crashing into them
in Michigan.
9. Q. HAVE R-CONTROL SIPs BEEN FIRE TESTED?
A. Yes. R-Control Panels have been fully tested for
surface burning characteristics and smoke development,
room fire test, thermal barrier and hourly fire tests on
wall, ceiling and roof assemblies.
10. Q. HOW DO R-CONTROL SIPs RESIST TERMITES?
A. R-Control SIPs are no more susceptible to insect
infestation than other forms of construction. However,
R-Control has identified and thoroughly researched a
natural mineral product that is effective for termite
resistance. The mineral is non-toxic. R-Control embodies
this natural mineral within the R-Control SIP for
optimum termite resistance. The process is so unique and
beneficial, it has been patented. Even with this
effective termite treatment provided by R-Control
Building Systems, preventative building practices should
be employed by the builder, and maintained by the
homeowner.
11. Q. HOW ARE WINDOWS AND DOORS INSTALLED IN
R-CONTROL SIPs?
A. Openings for windows and doors can be built right
into the R-Control SIP at the factory, or cut in during
field construction. Boundary framing is then installed
and the window or door is conventionally set.
12. Q. WHAT EXTERIOR OR INTERIOR FINISH CAN BE USED
WITH R-CONTROL SIPs?
A.
All types of sidings, claddings and roofing materials
can be applied to R-Control SIPs. The wood face of
R-Control SIPs provides an excellent nail base and
eliminates stud searching.
13. Q. HOW IS ELECTRICAL WIRING INSTALLED IN
R-CONTROL SIPs?
A. Each panel contains a vertical and horizontal
electrical chase in the EPS core. Wiring is pushed
through chases during construction. Electrical boxes
screw mount to the face of the R-Control SIP.
14. Q. SINCE R-CONTROL STRUCTURES ARE SO WELL
CONSTRUCTED, DO THEY REQUIRE MECHANICAL VENTILATION?
A.
Yes. Air to air exchangers are used to bring in fresh
air, preheat the air and assist in the removal of
humidity and stale air. Comfort to the occupants is
unparalleled. Cost of operation is minimal.
15. Q. DO R-CONTROL SIPs CONTAIN UREA FORMALDEHYDE,
CFCs, HCFCs, or HFCs?
A. No, and they never have.
16. Q. HOW DO R-CONTROL SIPs HELP THE ENVIRONMENT?
A. Many ways! The raw materials in R-Control SIPs have
low energy requirements to make them. The structural
skins of R-Control SIPs are made from renewable
controlled growth wood resources. For years and years
R-Control structures will save fuel used for heating and
cooling. The resulting pollutants from burning fuels
like natural gas, oil and coal are dramatically reduced.
The environment is then spared the contributing "green
house" effect of burning additional fuels that
conventionally built structures require.
Industry Affiliations:
SIPA, NAHB, AIA, SPRI, NRCA, EPSMA
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