How to Build a House Kit: Assembling Your Kit
Step by step instructions for assembling your house kit once it is shipped and has arrived at your building site.
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Glue and bolt the treated plate to the foundation, or use nails with the proper tools. Ensure that anchor bolts come up through the plate and are secured with washers.
Position the panels with wiring chases closer to the bottom plate. Ensure they are plumb, square, and flush with the floor. Use caulk on the bottom plate or under the panel, and adjust the panel with a sledgehammer or mallet if necessary.
Essential tools include a power drill, sledgehammer or mallet, caulk gun, level, tape measure, and a crane or forklift for lifting panels. You may also need a hot foam scoop for trimming panels and a planer for leveling edges.
Use a level to check that each panel is vertical (plumb) and that the corners form right angles (square). Adjust the panels as needed before securing them with screws or nails.
Ensure all joints and seams are properly sealed with caulk and expanding foam sealant. Apply SIP tape along the interior joints to enhance the air barrier and insulation performance.
Use a high-quality, flexible exterior caulk or expanding foam sealant specifically designed for construction and building applications. This will help ensure a durable and weather-resistant seal.
Store SIP panels on a flat, level surface, and protect them from weather conditions. Avoid stacking panels too high to prevent bending or damage. Ensure they are covered and kept dry until installation.
Laminated Veneer Lumber (LVL) is an engineered wood product made by bonding together multiple thin layers of wood veneer with adhesives. The layers are aligned with the length of the finished lumber, providing enhanced strength and stability for structural applications.
Use the provided LVL to set the ridge beam into the pre-cut beam pocket. Ensure that the beam is properly aligned with the pocket and rests securely. Use a crane or lift for handling the beam because of its weight.