Attaching Floor Joists to Your Insulated Concrete Forms
Just one way to attach your floor system to the side of a Fox Blocks wall when building with Insulated Concrete Forms for multiple stories of construction.
How Strong is the Fox Blocks 90° Corner?
We built a test wall 440 feet long x 9′-4″ tall with 24 turns, with no bracing or strapping, to test the 90 degree blocks with concrete.

The Anatomy of a High Performance Home
A modern, high-performance home provides you with energy-efficiency, safety, and a high-level of indoor environment quality (IEQ) for your family’s comfort.

14 Ways to Save Money on Building Your Home

Block Foundations vs. Poured Foundations: A Comprehensive Analysis
Choosing the right foundation is a significant decision in commercial construction. This article explores the differences between block and poured foundations, providing insights into their benefits and potential drawbacks.

What Today’s Empty Nesters Want for Their New Homes
Empty nesters can simplify their lives, save money, and help the environment by downsizing to a single-story, energy-efficient, low-maintenance, and durable home.

6 Home Building Trends for 2020 Home Buyers
Homebuilding trends largely reflect the demands of the Millennials — the largest home-buying group entering the housing market as first time home buyers.

Why ZERH Builders Profits are Decreasing
Today’s homeowners demand energy-efficient and high-performing homes. As ZERH builders strive to accommodate these demands, they also struggle with decreasing profits.

ICF Storm Shelters: Superior Protection Against Severe Weather
As extreme weather events increase in frequency and intensity, the demand for reliable storm protection has never been more urgent. Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs) offer an advanced solution for constructing storm rooms that deliver unparalleled safety, durability, and energy efficiency.

Exterior Wall Thickness: How Thick Should Your Walls Be?
The exterior wall thickness of a home significantly impacts the house’s energy efficiency, disaster resistance, and IEQ. Learn how thick exterior walls should be.