The Foundation of Construction: A Guide to Building Code Foundation Requirements
Effective Strategies to Insulate Block Walls
Improving the insulation of block walls significantly enhances energy efficiency, comfort, and durability in both residential and commercial spaces. Block walls, often made of concrete masonry units (CMUs), are sturdy but notoriously poor at retaining heat without proper insulation.
The Power of Insulated Concrete Forms: Maximizing R-Value in Your Construction Project
What R-Value Do You Need for Basement Walls?
The proper R‑value of basement walls will produce energy-efficient, durable, healthy, and comfortable homes. Learn what R‑value your basement walls should have.
7 Things to Know About Basement Insulation Code
For building code basement insulation, there are 7 important things to know.
The Superior Thermal Performance of ICF Lintels over Wood Lintels
4 Reasons to Rebuild with ICF Walls After Wildfire Devastation
Rebuilding after a wildfire with Fox Blocks insulated concrete form (ICF) construction can protect a new structure and its occupants from future wildfires.
The Benefits of Fox Blocks ICF Over Batt Insulation
Building Beyond Code with ICF
While it may seem that having to comply with constantly-evolving building codes is just part of doing business in a modern society, that’s not really true.
What Climates Does ICF Work Best In?