New Construction

The average Maine household spends about $2,500 per year on heat, most of which goes straight to the oil companies.

We wanted to find a practical way to cut that number in half. So our team explored several solutions, including insulated concrete walls and roomier framing techniques that accommodate additional insulation. But it wasn’t until we discovered structural insulated panels (SIPs) that we found the right combination of thermal performance, structural precision and workability. SIPs have also been in use for about 50 years, so we knew they’d been tested and proven.

The only problem was, they were really expensive—until now. After considerable research, we developed a new fabrication process that substantially lowers the cost of building with this remarkable system. We offer a range of services for new construction.

Building With SIPs

Upright Frameworks specializes in ultra-insulated Framing Systems featuring SIPs that can be used for walls, roofs and floors. We are thrilled to offer Mainers design-specific, SIP-based building packages at prices that are up to 25 percent lower than comparable high performance building systems.

Our Insulated Framing Systems can help you obtain an Energy Star Rating or LEED Certification. They are perfect for residential and light commercial buildings—especially for completely new structures and additions. (Most existing homes aren't plumb, so we don't recommend them for renovations.) In addition to slashing your heating costs, SIPS are terrific in that they:

• Offer affordable options—no matter what your budget.
• Are strong and straight, creating buildings that are easier to maintain.
• Conserve energy and resources.

Design Consulting

We offer Project Development Consulting. Depending on your budget, project goals, and your property's unique site conditions, we can help in one of three ways:

• Custom. Give us your ideas or drawings; we’ll give your project structure (and insulation).
• Semi-Custom.  By combining your ideas with our expertise, we will design a package for your needs at a price no other high performance system can match.
• Pre-design. Popular designs, paired with our expertise, offer the lowest cost way to ensure a high performance building. Click the thumbnails below to see our current pre-designed options. We will continue to add new options in the weeks and months ahead.

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Fabrication

We will fabricate your SIPs in our facility in Western Maine and deliver them to your project site.

Installation

Once you've decided that our system is right for your project, we can help in a number of ways:

• We Can Serve as a Framing/Insulation Subcontractor. Our team of expert installers will come to your site (along with all the necessary equipment) to raise and enclose your SIPs in just a few days.
• We Serve As Installation Consultants. Our installation expert will work with your builder’s crew to ensure that our system is installed properly—the first time.
• We Find Qualified, Independent Builders. We are happy to connect you with a local builder who has experience working with our systems.

General Contracting

Upright Frameworks offers general contracting services on a selective basis.

Pricing

We understand the value of eliminating the guesswork from your project planning efforts. Please contact us atUprightFrameworks@gmail.com, or 207.749.9656 for more information. We're happy to discuss how our products and services can help bring your project to life.