Understanding the ENERGY STAR Rating System for Better Efficiency
How to Make Concrete More Sustainable with Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs)
Insulated Concrete Forms: Pros and Cons
Architectural Design Solutions: Using ICFs for Stylish Structures
ICFs Make Home Ownership Attainable for Young Adults and Seniors
Essential Elements of Passive House Design
International GreenBuild Trade Show in Toronto
Over the past few years developers have observed that LEED registered buildings lease more quickly and with rent premiums of up to 30%.
A Look at the Rising Cost of Lumber in Home Building
A slowdown at the lumber mills due to the COVID-19 pandemic, combined with other factors, has led to lumber shortages and skyrocketing prices.
A Better Approach to Fire Safety with Concrete Building Design
Non-combustible, insulated concrete form (ICF) construction is a better approach to fire safety over wood construction.
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.