What is a Shear Wall and How Does it Protect Your Building?
Construction of a shear wall includes materials and design that enhance a structure’s stiffness, strength, and ductility in order to withstand lateral forces from severe winds and earthquakes.
How Much Does It Cost to Build a 30,000 Sq Ft Warehouse?
By choosing practical, sustainable solutions, businesses can effectively manage the cost to build a 30,000 sq ft warehouse while boosting efficiency.
How ICF Construction Lowers Capital and Yearly Expenses and Improves Resale Value
What size and how much steel reinforcement is required in an ICF?
Fox Blocks walls are designed as reinforced concrete walls, with steel reinforcement bars specified to be installed vertically and horizontally, as the walls are built. Typical reinforcement bar sizes used are #4 or #5 (10 m or 15 m).
What if my contractor doesn’t know how to build with it?
Fox Blocks offers the most comprehensive installer training in the industry. We can train your contractor or help you locate a trained installer in your area.
Constructing an ICF Garage Foundation
A garage is only as strong as the foundation beneath it. Without the right planning and construction, problems like settling, water damage, and instability can show up over time.
Fox Blocks Randy shows the flexibility of horizontal rebar placement within 12 core Fox Blocks
Lock-and-Leave Home Design: How to Increase Your Free Time and Security
With so many homeowners looking for ways to cut back on their busy lives and enjoy more quality time with friends and families, the lock-and-leave home seems to be the perfect solution.