
The Upside of Digging Down: Why Adding a Basement to Your New Build is a Smart Investment

ICF vs. Steel Framing: Which Is Best For Commercial Construction?
ICFs have been used with great success for projects such as hotels, theatres, multi-story residential, office, retail, mixed-use retail, educational projects and all manner of public works and federal military applications. However, some people argue that Steel Framing is best for commercial construction, so we decided to get to the bottom of the ICF vs. Steel Framing face-off.

Top Tips for Building a FEMA Approved Storm Shelters

Keep Calm - That School Was Built With ICFs
Insulated Concrete Form wall systems, Fox Blocks, are a way to create an extremely safe structure. When teachers and students return to an ICF school, they are protected against these elements.

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.

Important Considerations for Building an Energy Efficient Home in California

Considerations for Building an Energy-Efficient Home in Texas
How to Build Energy-Efficient Home in Texas: Things to Consider
Fox Blocks Expands ICF Manufacturing to Texas and Missouri
Fox Blocks is excited to announce continued expansion of our ICF manufacturing locations! We are now being produced in Keller, TX and Nixa, MO- bringing the total to 18 manufacturing points across the US and Canada.

How to Measure and Plan for Energy Efficiency in Your Building
As climate change becomes a greater issue, architects are under increasing pressure to design sustainable, yet high-performance buildings. In this blog, we go over some effective strategies you can use during the design process to enhance your building’s energy efficiency
Correctly Estimating the Cost of a Building Project: 5 Tips
Project cost is one of the most difficult — and most important — estimations for any construction company to get right. You want to be able to set manageable expectations for your client, but also present a budget that is attractive enough for them to choose you as their general or sub-contractor while still making a profit yourself.