Insulating Your Dreams: Unraveling the Benefits of ICF Homes in Minnesota
Are Poured Basement Walls Better than CMUs for Below-Grade Construction?
12 Easy Steps for High-Performance, Healthy Homes
Builders and homeowners that follow these 12 easy steps for home design and construction will create a high-performing and healthy home that is comfortable and safe.
The Business Case for Building Multifamily with Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs)
Why ICF is a Best Practice in Constructing Public Safety Buildings
Fox Block ICF public safety buildings provide first responders a safe, healthy, and quiet environment.
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.
3 Problems with Steel Frame Construction and Why ICF is a Better Alternative
There are three problems with steel frame construction that affect the safety, efficiency, and durability of the structures they create.
6 Alternative Building Materials for 2019
Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF) Vs. Wood-Frame Construction
Insulated concrete forms (ICF) create a more energy-efficient, quiet, and healthy building than one built with wood-frame construction. ICF buildings are also more resistant to disaster, fire, insect, and moisture intrusion than wood-frame structures.
Laying the Groundwork: Steps for Building a Solid Foundation for a Small House
In this article, we will explore how to build a foundation for a small house using insulated concrete forms (ICFs) and discuss the advantages of choosing this modern construction method.