FAQ
Tiny Home Questions & Answers
WHAT IS SIP
SIP stand for Structurally Insulated Panels. SIP core could be PU (Polyurethan) EPS (Expanded Polystyrene) or BASF Neocore for strength & R-factor SIPs are light weight but strong. They don’t need additional insulation are 45% energy savers and have best R-Value
TELL ME ABOUT TINY HOMES
Tiny Homes commonly known as ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) are generally between 160 & 800 sq ft.
Advent of Tiny Home is seen as alternative to Affordable housing, or additional space in backyard.
WHAT IS STURDY HOMES
Sturdy Homes was established in 2017 as a builder of Tiny Homes and SIP framed Residential Custom Homes
To make sturdy Tiny Homes we have decided to use only SIP framing material
Our main thrust is on designing Tiny Homes to be sold as Completely Knock Down Kits that will serve most contractors and DIY weekend warriors
WHAT IS COMPLETE KNOCK DOWN KIT
KDK basically is a frame kit for DIY type of population that will save tremendous time, labor and money
Kit consists of frame material that covers floor, wall and roof. Simply said; building blocks put together by two person army
You buy windows, door and other materials of your choice from your local Home Improvement store
Although comprehensive manual is supplied backed by video. Our Technical team readily available at no cost
QUALITY
Every product undergoes strict quality control and is approved by ICC-ES and NOAHinspections.org.
Each and every product is ACC-ICC American & International Code Compliant
R-Value covers most USA destinations * LED lighting and R-value are highest energy savers
Each CKDK comes with special glue and long gun along with necessary hardware.
CAN I CREATE ADDITIONAL ROOM INSIDE
Yes, if you order larger size. You will have to use 2×4 or 2×6 studs by buying locally along with drywall, etc.
DOORS & WIDNOWS
Although proper cuts are made at factory but you will have to buy doors/windows/wall finish/ceiling/flooring from local source
Paint, Electric Wire, plumbing material, kitchen counter, etc. are also sourced locally. Remember you are getting just the framing material
PERMIT
Buyer will require local permit from Building Department of City, County or State
Generally permit take few months to get. You will need to get Foundation permit, Electrical Permit, Plumbing Permit and water/sewage permit
We provide product plan but site plan will have to be done by you. Our third party associates can help you out
ORDERING & DELIVERY
Present wait period is minimum of 120 days and may be long. As getting permit takes time, you are better off booking your order well in advance
Booking Fee is generally 10% which is refundable until production starts. Once production process starts, deposit becomes non refundable
We will inform you 15 days before production starts and you can give go ahead or get refund
COMPLETE UNIT
Presently we are taking complete unit orders only New Mexico, parts of Arizona, northern Texas, Central/Southern Colorado
CKDK (Shell or Frame) orders for any part of USA and Canada are accepted
FINANCING
Complete unit financing is possible by our partner bank. Financing for CKDK may not be possible.
SIP stand for Structurally Insulated Panels. SIP core could be PU (Polyurethan) EPS (Expanded Polystyrene) or BASF Neocore for strength & R-factor SIPs are light weight but strong. They don't need additional insulation are 45% energy savers and have best R-Value
Tiny Homes commonly known as ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) are generally between 160 & 800 sq ft.
Advent of Tiny Home is seen as alternative to Affordable housing, or additional space in backyard.
Sturdy Homes was established in 2017 as a builder of Tiny Homes and SIP framed Residential Custom Homes
To make sturdy Tiny Homes we have decided to use only SIP framing material
Our main thrust is on designing Tiny Homes to be sold as Completely Knock Down Kits that will serve most contractors and DIY weekend warriors
KDK basically is a frame kit for DIY type of population that will save tremendous time, labor and money
Kit consists of frame material that covers floor, wall and roof. Simply said; building blocks put together by two person army
You buy windows, door and other materials of your choice from your local Home Improvement store
Although comprehensive manual is supplied backed by video. Our Technical team readily available at no cost
Every product undergoes strict quality control and is approved by ICC-ES and NOAHinspections.org.
Each and every product is ACC-ICC American & International Code Compliant
R-Value covers most USA destinations * LED lighting and R-value are highest energy savers
Each CKDK comes with special glue and long gun along with necessary hardware.
Yes, if you order larger size. You will have to use 2x4 or 2x6 studs by buying locally along with drywall, etc.
Although proper cuts are made at factory but you will have to buy doors/windows/wall finish/ceiling/flooring from local source
Paint, Electric Wire, plumbing material, kitchen counter, etc. are also sourced locally. Remember you are getting just the framing material
Buyer will require local permit from Building Department of City, County or State
Generally permit take few months to get. You will need to get Foundation permit, Electrical Permit, Plumbing Permit and water/sewage permit
We provide product plan but site plan will have to be done by you. Our third party associates can help you out
Present wait period is minimum of 120 days and may be long. As getting permit takes time, you are better off booking your order well in advance
Booking Fee is generally 10% which is refundable until production starts. Once production process starts, deposit becomes non refundable
We will inform you 15 days before production starts and you can give go ahead or get refund
Presently we are taking complete unit orders only New Mexico, parts of Arizona, northern Texas, Central/Southern Colorado
CKDK (Shell or Frame) orders for any part of USA and Canada are accepted
Complete unit financing is possible by our partner bank. Financing for CKDK may not be possible.
