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Picture perfect. Numerous informational tools have helped Sukonik Building Company complete projects such as this ultra-modern, two-story residential home.

ROLE MODELS The Sukonik Building Company, Limerick, PA

ROTHERS JON AND NEIL SUKONIK were already enthusiastic
about energy savings for their homebuyers. The goal of the co-
owners of Sukonik Building Company (www.sukonikhomes.com)
B in Limerick, Pa., was to economically build a structurally sound
home with the meticulous detail they were known for, while simultaneously
minimizing energy costs.
The Sukoniks knew efficient equipment and lighting, as well as proper CREDIT: APA ‡ THE ENGINEERED WOOD ASSOCIATION
air sealing and mechanical design, would play a role in meeting their goal.
They also knew they needed to put more insulation into their homes without
adding costs or jeopardizing structural integrity. But they needed extra
advice on framing.
Advanced framing techniques would enable them to improve the energy Building brothers. Neil Sukonik (left) and Jon Sukonik (right) used
performance in their homes by increasing the volume of insulation. The advice from APA – The Engineered Wood Association to improve home
increased insulation would also help the Sukoniks meet more-stringent framing techniques and gain a stronger foothold in their local market.
energy codes and gain an advantage over their competition. Resource Library and field representatives provide a diverse range of
APA engineered wood specialist Mary Uher met with the Sukoniks and support—from the basics of building structurally sound floors, walls
their architect/build teams, as well as the local code officials, to walk them and roofs to special design considerations for areas prone to extreme
through advanced framing techniques and provide consultation as needed. conditions, such as high wind, seismic activity and moisture intrusion.
The additional training in green building became an important part of the “APA’s members benefit from our work in the field as we strengthen the
Sukoniks’ construction philosophy and crucial to improving energy efficiency. engineered wood market through training and education,” APA Marketing
The APA offered other benefits. There was a wealth of information, from Communications Manager Heather Rasmussen says. “When our member
basic construction instructions to highly technical data, for a variety of mills’ products are properly specified and installed, customers are happy
residential and commercial building applications. And, APA’s Help Desk, with the results.”

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