
Blower Door Test 101: Essential Guide to Airtightness in ICF Construction

Building Maintenance Management 101
Property managers are realizing the crucial role of thorough building maintenance in protecting property value, functionality, and safety. This article explores the essential components of building maintenance management and emphasizes the importance of using innovative building solutions for sustainable, safe, and well-maintained properties.


6 Phases in the Life Cycle of a Construction Project

Choosing the Right Insulation R Value for High-Performance Homebuilding
Thermal control defines the long-term comfort and efficiency of every home. As energy codes tighten and building science evolves, insulation performance is under more scrutiny than ever.
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.

5 Trends in Modern Office Building Design
In 2020, office building design trends strive to save money and provide a safe, healthy, and productive workspace.

What is the Optimal Foundation Wall Thickness?
A concrete foundation wall’s thickness plays an integral role in its long-term strength and durability. Local building codes mandate the foundation specifications, addressing conditions that affect the foundation thickness.

5 Common Misconceptions About ICF Construction
ICF construction creates modern structures that are energy-efficient, durable, disaster-resistant, and have good indoor environmental quality (IEQ). ICF construction is also strong, flexible, fast and easy to install. Unfortunately, even with these many benefits, some architects and contractors are reluctant to utilize it due to misconceptions about ICF construction.

The Business Case for Building Multifamily with Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs)