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Yankee Barn Homes True Panels<\/h1>\n

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Yankee Barn Home True Panels<\/h3>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator color=”custom” align=”align_left” border_width=”2″ el_width=”20″ accent_color=”#79482d”][vc_column_text]True Panels are structural wall and roof panels manufactured by Yankee Barn Homes in our climate-controlled shop under strict Quality Assurance oversight. True Panels are a key component in the Yankee Barn energy efficient panelized building enclosure. The True Panels are built with premium grade Sustainable Forest Initiative certified, kiln dried lumber.<\/p>\n

True Panels from Yankee Barn Home are insulated with a double-faced foil, extruded polyisocyanurate foam core.\u00a0 The sheets of polyisocyanurate are sealed in place with a bead of expanding foam insulation.\u00a0 The exterior sheathing material is 1\/2″ ZIP System\u00ae<\/sup> Sheathing for the walls and 5\/8″ ZIP System\u00ae Sheathing for the roof.<\/p>\n

True Panels are custom designed for each Yankee Barn home and include full structurally framed openings for all doors, and most windows. There is a 1 \u00bd\u201d space from the interior face of the insulation to the interior face of the studs, leaving easy access for your electrician to run wire without disturbing the insulation. The True Panel System is extremely strong, energy efficient and cost effective, saving you time, money, and labor.<\/p>\n

Yankee Barn Homes True Panel System has both prefab wall panels and roof panels to help create beautiful, sustainable, and energy-efficient homes. For more details or to learn more about Yankee Barn Homes and our process, contact us<\/a> today.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”vc_default” full_width=”stretch_row” gap=”35″ equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” remove_bottom_col_margin=”true” css=”.vc_custom_1772221961900{margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;background-color: #375D762E !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Common questions about the True Wall and Roof Panels<\/h3>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator color=”custom” align=”align_left” border_width=”2″ el_width=”20″ accent_color=”#79482d”][vc_toggle title=”Are True Panels the same things as SIPs?”]No.<\/strong> The core of a True Panel is a stud wall built with dimensional lumber.\u00a0 SIPs, an acronym coined by the foam core wall panel industry meaning Structural Insulated Panel, consist of various thicknesses of foam insulation sandwiched between an inner and outer exterior sheathing (most commonly \u00bd\u201d Oriented Strand Board, a.k.a. \u201cChip Board\u201d).[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Do True Panels have any advantages over SIPs?” css=””]Yes.\u00a0<\/strong> True Panels were specifically developed to improve upon the incredibly-popular SIP, so there are several key differences.<\/p>\n

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  1. A True Wall Panel is constructed with 2\u00d76 studs.\u00a0 The exterior Zip System\u00ae Sheathing (high quality structural sheathing made of engineered wood) is solidly nailed to the studs.\u00a0 SIPs do not have integral studs.\u00a0 The exterior sheathing (most commonly chip board) is therefore afixed to the rigid foam interior by epoxy.\u00a0 In areas with wide seasonal variations in temperature and humidity, the expansion and contraction of the wood sheathing may cause the sheathing to pull away from the epoxy.\u00a0 This may cause the walls may slump and bow, compromising the structural integrity of the house, or causing the exterior siding to warp or pop off.<\/li>\n
  2. True Panels offer total design and integration of the home shell construction with your floor plan and timber frame. Each panel is designed and built with all windows, doors, or sky light structural openings included at no additional charge.\u00a0 This saves the builder time, which in turn saves the customer money.<\/li>\n
  3. Remodeling or reworking of your walls and roof at any time is much easier with True Panels. Moldings, Window casings, stairs and cabinets can be fastened to solid framing for superior holding, compared to the \u00bd OSB on the SIPs. Carpenters and other subcontractors appreciate the familiar construction they find in the True Panels that makes the costly specialized tools or procedures required for SIPs unnecessary.<\/li>\n
  4. True Roof panels are designed and constructed with a full roof vent from eave to ridge, eliminating the need for the additional framing and sheathing that has to be site installed over basic SIP roof panels.<\/li>\n
  5. In most cases, the Customer\u2019s windows are factory installed into the True Panel wall using the very latest manufacturer recommended installations techniques which reduces air infiltration and creates a better water barrier.<\/li>\n
  6. TRUE Panels are built with Polyisocyanurate insulation, which provides an R value approximately 50% higher than the best selling SIP foam core. In addition, the True Panel insulation is foil faced on both sides, which is highly effective at reflecting radiant heat. This is especially advantageous during hot, summer days.<\/li>\n
  7. The 5\/8\u2033\u00a0 and 1\/2″ OSB sheathing used on the True Panel roof and wall panels, by standard design, provide superior lateral bracing, putting them a step ahead when high wind, heavy snow loads or seismic activity are part of the local building code requirements.<\/li>\n
  8. The True roof panels are manufactured with the ventilation space already in place, unlike basic SIPs. Thus, the True Panel provides a cold roof rather than a warm roof. This is of interest in terms of ice build up which is sometimes formed with warm roofs. Also, most asphalt shingle manufacturers will not offer or will reduce their basic warrantees, if their shingles are not installed over a well ventilated roof system, also known as a \u201cCold Roof\u201d system.<\/li>\n
  9. True Panels create less on-site job waste than basic SIPs because these SIPs require cutting to fit and cutting for window, door and skylight options.<\/li>\n
  10. High wind or seismic heavy duty hold-down are easily installed in True Wall Panels; basic SIPs in many case will require adding stud framing within the panel.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    [\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”What do the two systems have in common?”]Ease and speed of construction on-site makes it possible for buildings to be placed under roof within days rather than weeks.<\/strong> This is very important when there is timber frame to enclose or where good building weather is in short supply. Both systems are highly resistant to wind damage, and suitable for areas with wind shear or seismic stressors. The thermal performance of both systems may significantly reduce costs for heating and air conditioning, one of the major expenses of homeownership. An air exchanger is recommended for both systems. With no air penetration, allergens and dust do not constantly come into the home or building. Reducing allergens and dust in the interior of the home make for a healthy atmosphere indoors, where we typically spend 80% of our time. Both systems may help you qualify for LEED certification and energy tax credits or utility company credits.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Do True Wall Panels have drywall pre-applied to the interior?”]All True Roof Panels come with pre-applied drywall. The drywall acts as a 15-minute fire resistant thermal barrier required by most building codes.<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Generally there is no drywall applied to the interior of the True Wall Panels, for two primary reasons.\u00a0 First, builders have commented that it is generally easier to run electrical wire when the True Wall Panel has no interior drywall pre-applied.\u00a0 Second, when building inspectors need to visually inspect the builder\u2019s wiring, pre-applied drywall poses a significant obstruction.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Apples to apples, how do the two systems compare in terms of Wall Panel R Value?”]The basic True Panel wall is six inches thick and has an R-value range of R28-R40+ including sheathing.<\/strong><\/p>\n

    SIPs are manufactured and sold under many different brands, so the exact R-value of a SIP will vary by manufacturer.\u00a0 However, a typical SIP has is 4 \u00bd inches thick and an R-value of about 14.4 including sheathing.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Apples to apples, how do the two systems compare in terms of Roof Panel R Value?”]True Roof Panels are constructed with 2\u00d710 or 2\u00d712 lumber depending on the engineering requirements of the house. A 2\u00d710 True Roof Panel has an R-value range of R59-R71+.<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Typically, a basic SIP panel used in roofs is 8 \u00bc inch thick SIP has an R-value of 27.9.<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Additional insulation can be added to a True Roof Panel in 1\u2033 increments with incredible ease. Each extra inch of insulation increases the R-value of the True Roof Panel by approximately R-5.[\/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”What will my roof panels include?”]Your roof panels will include the following:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    • 5\/8\u201d ZIP System Roof Sheathing<\/li>\n
    • 2×10 Rafters<\/li>\n
    • 8\u201d Double Foil-Faced Polyisocyanurate Insulation<\/li>\n
    • Vapor Barrier<\/li>\n
    • 1 \u00bd\u201d Foil-Faced Polyisocyanurate (to form an effective air stop)<\/li>\n
    • \u00a0<\/u>\u00bd\u201d Drywall Thermal Barrier<\/li>\n
    • Insulation and ceiling finish upgrades available<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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