Senate Proposes to Incorporate Energy Performance into the Mortgage Loan
Democrats and Republicans came together recently to introduce the HOMES Act in Congress that would provide rebates up to $8000 to homeowners who invest in energy saving performance improvements to their homes
How to Turn a Corner with a Corbel Ledge Block
In this video, Fox Blocks’ Glen Klassen shows how to make a mitered corner with the Corbel Ledge Block.
Do I Really Need a Building Permit for This?
When building a new home or business, it’s essential for contractors to obtain a building permit and post it at the construction site.
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%.

4 Tips For Overcoming The Labor Shortage
For companies and professionals suffering from the industry’s labor shortage, these four tips can help overcome some of those obstacles and keep projects on schedule and on budget.
Do you have a High Performance Window Buck that will stand up to these tests?
During a severe weather event, the most critical factor for increasing the chances of a building’s survival is protection of all the openings to the outside. Once the wind enters the structure, the pressure changes lead to disastrous results.
Have You Heard? We're Expanding ICF Production to Alaska!
Fox Blocks is expanding manufacturing and ICF production to Anchorage, Alaska, by partnering with Insulfoam Manufacturing Facility.

Designing Homes for Aging in Place
Fortunately, with the growing popularity of sustainable and accessible design, it’s easier than ever to help clients create a space that will meet their changing needs over the years. Consider these options for clients who want to plan for the future while ensuring style, comfort and functionality for today.
Get Your Home Ready for Winter in These 6 Simple Steps
Each year seems to go by quicker than the last. Be prepared when old man winter knocks at your door. Get your home winter ready in these easy steps.
Social Media, Inbox?
As I try to break into…..or attempt to utilize or at least sign up…….on some of the new social media or mediums that continue to grow in popularity, I realize that I must be old! Very, very old! I thought that my colleague out west “Mr. Sizzle” was about my age, but he is definitely young when it comes to all of these technologies!