Home Climate Control: How to Prepare for When the Power Goes Out
The New Basement: A Modern Housing Innovation
Basements are no longer a scary, damp, and musty area. Learn about the new basement and how it has become the modern housing innovation it is today.
ICFs and Severe Weather
The steel reinforced concrete, which can cure stronger than normal concrete because of the foam insulation, can withstand winds of over 200 MPH, and projectile debris traveling over 100 MPH. There are dozens of eye witness examples of ICF homes taking EF5 tornadoes head on with the walls still standing.
Remove Costs on your ICF Project
Two proven areas to remove costs are corners and truss wire.
The Superior Thermal Performance of ICF Lintels over Wood Lintels
5 Advantages of Building an Insulated Concrete Pool
5 Alternative Building Methods that Can Improve Profits and Productivity
Improving profits without sacrificing quality — the ultimate goal of all homebuilders. Here are five alternative building methods that can improve your net profit margin by saving time and money.
Tips for Building a Storm-Resistant Home in Oklahoma
Build to Resist Tornadoes: Storm Safe ICF Structures
Research by Texas Tech Wind Science and Engineering Research Center has demonstrated that ICF walls better protect occupants of houses from windblown debris, than frame walls. Being hit by windblown debris is the most common cause of injury during tornadoes.
Waterproofing Below-Grade Insulated Concrete Forms