1 Hour ADU House Build!

In this episode of the Build Show, we're diving into the world of high-performance, fast construction with Extreme Panel Technologies. Join us as we build an 800 square foot structure that's not only super airtight and well-insulated but also assembles in just two hours!

Our sponsor for this build is Extreme Panel Technologies, known for their innovative construction solutions. We're joined by Perry, a seasoned builder, who showcases the incredible efficiency of building with Extreme Panels.

These panels are not your typical construction material. They're solid foam with wood glued to both sides, creating a super strong and energy-efficient building component. In fact, a six-inch wall made with these panels is as strong as a traditional two-by-ten wall, but with far superior insulation properties.

In this video, you'll see how easy it is to assemble these panels. We'll show you the floor panel system, which eliminates the need for traditional joists and hangers, reducing labor and material costs significantly. The roof panels, with their eight-inch thickness, offer exceptional insulation and strength, with minimal thermal bridging.

One of the key advantages of Extreme Panels is their ease of installation. With the right tools and techniques, a small crew can assemble a building in record time. Plus, the panels come with all the necessary accessories, from specialized nailers to foam cutters, making the construction process smoother and more efficient.

We'll also tour a nearly finished two-story structure built with Extreme Panels, showcasing its versatility and aesthetics. These buildings are not only high-performance but also visually appealing, making them ideal for various settings, from urban infill projects to rural cottages.

If you're looking for a high-performance, fast, and cost-effective construction solution, look no further than Extreme Panel Technologies. Check out their website for more information and start building smarter today!

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[srbh]

@Matt Risinger - per some other comments, would be great to see a part 2 showing how the electrical & plumbing get added and how that costs out.

[TheBgrugbymatt]

I built my own 3400sq ft sip house a year ago. Conventional framed floor and stepped heal trusses for insulation. I would say it's unnecessary to use sips in the floor because that gave us space to run plumbing. We did use sip panels in the vaulted living room because it gave us the best bang for the R value buck. Running wiring is a pain because of the way they cut the chase with a hot wire (leaves a slit on one side). The romex gets stuck a lot at the wall joints. Plumbing is impossible though. I kept all the water on the interior and ran the sink drains straight through the floor. I would totally do it again because now I have a very tight efficient house. I did hire the hvac out, and the tech said he couldn't believe how infrequent the heating cycles were. Anyway, I wrote a book by now, lol. Thanks, Matt, for all the great info over the years. I definitely used a bunch of your tips and tricks to make my home R-ighteous.

[jachevelle]

I did the same thing when I worked for Insulspan. Pulte homes in the late 90's wanted 2, 2 story homes built in 2 days. Built the first floors on both in 2hrs each. They built the second floors. I came back the next day 4hrs for the second floor walls and roof.

[ritste]

I saw in another video how they attached the drywall on the roof panels before they flew them in. This allowed the drywall to be attached while on the ground so it only had to be taped after being installed. Another great time saver. I imagine on a smaller house like this, you also do the side wall the same way.

[trentclark]

I especially love the foundation, 15 minutes and it was already set squared and the floor was down. THAT’S BOSS! Love to see the first 15 mins btw;)

[ihinds]

I've seen this done is Europe with larger homes taking a maximum of 7 days. Electric lines are routed through the walls. This is going to be my next build. So happy to see it being done in America.

[hodaboy]

Michigan here.. so happy to have been guided to your video by YouTube. I am thinking of building a small house community on twenty acres of land for people who can't afford the high cost of rent in the metro Detroit area and don't need the space of a whole house. I hope this company can ship to Michigan because it looks like a great fit for what I am thinking of.

[ytSuns]

I built sips in 2010 love it . Had big arguments with ac contractors . At 1700 sq feet they wanted 3.5 tons, I wanted 1 ton ended up at 1.5 ton . The house issuper comfortable every the same temp.

[FlazooMedia]

I grew up in central Arkansas watching PAS on TV every week. Great to see he's continued to grow!

[pcatful]

I know SIPs seem strange to some people and I understand the questions, but my parents had a SIPs cottage built almost 20 years ago and it has been great and functions and looks like any other house, except it was well insulated and tight. It’s been renovated nicely in the meantime, but only in the interior, no additions. Our family gathered and helped with setup—just one guy and us to put up the walls, and then he had the crane and crew do the roof panels

[CCB]

OMG! P Allen Smith! Wow! I am a Master Gardener in Maryland and have been watching him for years! How cool is this entire episode!

[QuantumImperfections]

There is no reason in our day-and-age that we would be unable to build super-efficient (and robust) houses in a couple of days. There will always be a market for "quick, cheap, effective and reliable shelter".

[lennyross]

Greek Revival!! Gettting New Orleans vibes!!

[adubbelde]

I've met Perry and I've toured the factory. My cousin is from Cottonwood and he tells me he helped fabricate some of their initial manufacturing equipment.

[adubbelde]

a friend of mine is a builder in South Dakota that builds exclusively with Extreme Panel. He's very meticulous with his builds.

[daledickey]

So much potential, love the ease of build with supplies and tools. Any issues with off gassing?

[nomadicoach]

Nice to see more mature van lifers sharing the adventure & doing it solo (like myself) ... I've just found your channel... Although I'm doing the conversion on a 12.5 Mtr bus - I do appreciate the agility & flexibility of a van. Really is an individual choice, yet the independence & variety of experiences is priceless.
Keep making videos, they'll only get better.

[davwht]

Mass factory production of these house panels and hundreds of these could go up a day!!

[Nurse_Lucy]

I fan-girled so hard. I love P. Allen Smith! Made me fall in love with gardening with perennials

[ssoffshore]

I can't believe there was zero mention on how electrical & plumbing get added to a sealed wall, or how the bottom is protected from moisture! Neat concept, but missing the details on the elephants in the room!