SIP Panel Extensions
Inverness.
SIP panel extensions use structural insulated panels to create strong, highly insulated building structures. Modular Home Extensions designs and builds SIP panel extensions across Inverness — combining architectural flexibility with exceptional thermal performance and traditional concrete foundations.
What is a SIP
panel extension?
A SIP (Structural Insulated Panel) extension uses factory-manufactured panels that combine structural strength and high-performance insulation in a single component. Each panel consists of a rigid insulation core bonded between two structural facing boards — creating a wall or roof element that is simultaneously load-bearing and thermally efficient.
Because the structure and insulation are integrated, SIP extensions eliminate the thermal bridging found in traditional construction — resulting in a warmer, more energy-efficient space that performs consistently throughout the year.
- Structure and insulation in a single factory-made panel
- Eliminates thermal bridging found in traditional construction
- Manufactured off-site to precise tolerances
- Fast on-site assembly — panels arrive ready to install
- 10-year structural guarantee as standard
How a SIP panel
is constructed.
Each SIP panel is a composite component — three distinct layers that work together to deliver structural performance and thermal efficiency in a single, factory-manufactured unit.
Structural facing board
The outer layer is a structural board — typically oriented strand board (OSB) — providing rigidity and load-bearing capacity.
High-performance insulation core
The insulation core — EPS or polyurethane foam — is bonded directly to both facing boards under pressure, eliminating thermal bridges.
Internal structural board
The inner facing board mirrors the outer layer — providing structural integrity from the inside and a continuous surface for internal finishes.
A warmer extension.
Lower running costs.
Structural insulated panels contain high-performance insulation cores that significantly reduce heat loss — creating a comfortable living environment throughout the year.
U-Value W/m²K
Meets and exceeds Scottish Building Regulation thermal performance requirements
Thermal bridging
Continuous insulation core eliminates cold spots found in traditional stud construction
Airtightness
Factory-bonded construction reduces air leakage at wall junctions
Structural guarantee
Full structural guarantee as standard on every SIP panel extension we install
Built for the
Scottish climate.
Inverness and the wider Highlands experience some of the most demanding climatic conditions in the UK — long cold winters, significant temperature swings and persistent exposure that puts every component of a building envelope under sustained stress. SIP panels are built for exactly these conditions: the factory-bonded continuous insulation core delivers consistent thermal performance regardless of what the Highland weather brings.
SIP panels are particularly well-suited to the Scottish climate because the insulation is continuous and factory-bonded — the thermal performance you get is the performance the system was designed to deliver, every time.
- Exceeds Scottish Building Standard thermal requirements
- Continuous insulation — no cold bridges at studs or noggins
- Reduced heat loss through walls and roof
- Warmer rooms, lower heating costs year-round
Architect designed SIP extensions.
Open plan. Modern. Yours.
Our architects design SIP extensions for the full range of Highland property types — from traditional stone cottages and dormer bungalows to modern suburban homes in Culloden and Westhill. We understand Highland Council planning policies and ensure every design is developed with local compliance in mind from day one.
Every project is designed by our in-house team — from the first free consultation through to planning permission, building warrant submission and completion certificate. No third-party architect fees.
- Open plan kitchens, dining and living extensions
- Large glazed panels, bifolds and sliding doors
- Flat and pitched roof configurations
- Planning permission and building warrant managed for you
- One team from first sketch to final sign-off
Traditional foundations
for every SIP build.
All SIP panel extensions we construct are installed on traditional concrete foundations — not ground screw systems — ensuring structural reliability and full building control approval.
Concrete pad or insulated strip foundations provide the stable, compliant base that a permanent residential extension demands.
- Insulated strip foundations or reinforced concrete bases
- Fully compliant with Scottish Building Standards
- Building control approved on every project
- No ground screw or alternative foundation methods
Why choose a SIP
panel extension?
SIP extensions combine structural performance, thermal efficiency and fast installation in a single system.
Superior thermal performance
The continuous insulation core eliminates thermal bridging — delivering a warmer environment and lower heating costs.
Factory precision
Panels are manufactured off-site to exact tolerances in controlled conditions.
Fast installation
SIP panels arrive on site ready to assemble, reducing the on-site construction programme.
Design flexibility
The SIP system supports open plan layouts, large glazing, vaulted ceilings and modern roof forms.
Structural reliability
SIP panels are load-bearing by design with a 10-year structural guarantee as standard.
Pre-approved for building control
The system is pre-approved for Building Regulation compliance — our team manages the full submission.
SIP extensions across
Inverness & beyond.
We design and build SIP panel extensions across Inverness and the Highland region, understanding local property styles and Highland Council planning policies.
SIP panel extensions in Inverness
— answered.
Do SIP panel extensions need planning permission in Inverness?
Planning requirements depend on the scale and design of the extension. Many properties qualify under Permitted Development Rights. Our architectural team can advise on Highland Council planning policies and manage building warrant submissions where required.
Are SIP extensions built on concrete foundations?
Yes. All SIP extensions we build are installed on traditional concrete foundations — insulated strip foundations or reinforced concrete bases — to fully satisfy Scottish building control requirements.
Are SIP extensions more energy efficient than traditional extensions?
Yes. The continuous insulation core of a SIP panel eliminates thermal bridging — resulting in lower heat loss, a warmer internal environment and reduced heating costs.
Who designs a SIP panel extension?
Every project is designed by our in-house architectural team. Modular Home Extensions is part of the OBG Group, providing integrated architectural design and construction expertise under one roof.