Foundations for SIP Panel Building
We often encounter the question – what foundation should be chosen for a SIP panel house? In this article, we will try to answer all your questions. We will review the 3 most popular foundation types suitable for SIP panel house construction.
The 3 most popular foundation types we will review are as follows:
- Slab foundations
- Pile foundations with an insulated floor panel
- Strip foundations
Slab Foundations
If you plan to build a year-round house starting from 100 square meters and there are no significant obstacles in the construction area, such as marshy soil or a thick layer of replaceable topsoil, it is recommended to choose slab foundations. We recommend the Tenapors L system, which is easy to install on-site and does not require additional formwork. Heating pipes for underfloor heating can already be embedded into the foundations, which means the heating system is built together with the foundation.
Pros:
- Solid construction
- Continuous thermal insulation of the foundation
- The possibility to install underfloor heating during foundation construction
Cons:
- Concrete works are heavy and require experience
- Communication systems must be planned in advance, such as sewage
- Time-consuming ground preparation
Pile Foundations with Insulated Floor Panel
This is the technically simplest flooring solution. It avoids concrete work during the entire process. The technology involves screwing in screw piles or driving in concrete piles. To determine the correct pile length, a soil geological study is required.