Question 1

Which of the following are not advantages of Timber Frame Buildings?

Accepted Answer

Short lifespan

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Long Lasting

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Cost roughly the same as high-end custom stick-built homes

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Energy efficient

Question 2

Earth Homes ...

Accepted Answer

utilizes soil as the primary building material of the structure

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is suitable for all environments

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is largely expensive and not cost effective

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is a permanent dwelling as strong as concrete

Question 3

What are not an advantage of SIP's?

Accepted Answer

about 10% more costly than stick building

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panels are lightweight and already filled with insulation

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walls go up fast, usually in hours (compare with about 2 weeks for traditional framing)

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since insulation is installed in controlled environment & measured to fit precisely, the house may be more airtight than conventionally built home

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