Frequently Asked Questions
Answer: OceanSafe homes are economical and competetitive in cost to homes constructed with equivalent engineering standards. We use high quality materials that offer low maintenance, as well as resistance to termites, fire and mold. Our basic shell system is extremely cost effective.
Answer: The OceanSafe Hi-Performance Building System has been engineered to to withstand hurricane force winds to 190mph and earthquakes up to Richter 8.1. It uses environmentally friendly materials that are safe, strong and resistant to fire termites and mold. Because it is a component system, it can be utilized for any type of building design whether residential, commercial or industrial. Oceansafe provides a system for anyone in need of a building that will withstand natural disasters. It is low maintenance, energy efficient and assembles quickly and easily compared to conventional building methods while remaining competitive in price.
Answer: Due to lack lack of quaility materials, engineering experience, building codes or knowledge of good construction practices, many conventional-built homes suffer tremendous damage from natural disasters. OceanSafe has developed manufacturing techniques that produce aestheticallypleasing and affordable buildings. that wisthstand these destructive forces of nature. It is an excellent alternative building method that provides superior insulating qualities and structural strength allowing maximum survivabilty in the event of extreme winds or earthquake. In addition, an OceanSafe-built home is not susceptible to termite infestation or mold and provides extended burn times far in excess of conventional homes made of wood. The OceanSafe SIP panel system reduces the need for wood resources in the coinstruction industry thereby protecting forest reserves and the environment.
Answer: You will need to provide your own insurance to satisfy the requirements of your financing institution and your own needs. OceanSafe homes can be insured at rates comparable or lower than rates for conventional homes. OceanSafe offers exclusive discounted insurance through it's affiliation with Lighthouse Insurance. See the insurance link for further information.
Answer: A typical 1000sq ft home on a concrete slab foundation will normally take a small crew approximately 10-14 days to assemble the completed shell, including windows and doors. The OceanSafe package includes all the necessary structural components, panels, windows, exterior doors and other hardware necessary to complete a weather-tight lockable shell.
Answer: The Oceansafe Hi-Performance building System is resistant to the damaging effects associated with all of the above natural perils. In general, the OceanSafe-built home will require a minimum amount of maintenance to presrve it's beauty and strength.
Answer: No. In fact many people comment upon first visiting a completed OceanSafe home, that they can't tell the difference.
Oceansafe Hi-Performance Building System
The concept behind OceanSafe Building Systems or SIPS (Structural Insulated Panels) is both simple and revolutionary.The product consists of galvalume panels, combined with polystyrene cores (EPS) assembled with a patented snap-together system that makes them impervious to the destructive forces of nature, resulting in a completed shell, ready for finish.