
Shear Walls vs. Load Bearing Walls
When constructing a building, ensuring its stability and resilience is critical. Two essential components that play crucial roles in building stability are shear walls and load bearing walls.
Manpower for 9,000 SF of ICF Wall Cut in Half!
“We completed 9,000 square-feet of wall in just five days with only five men. With normal masonry, it would have taken double the man power. Fox Blocks quality and ease of installation is important in an industry where time is money.”

Understanding Resilience in Construction: 4 Critical Considerations

What is the Concrete Temperature Limit?
Concrete is a versatile and durable construction material that is predominantly used in both commercial and residential structures. It’s essential to understand concrete’s thermal properties, specifically its temperature limits, to optimize its strength and durability.

Building for Durability: The 7 Strongest Building Materials for Residential Construction
Building a home involves careful planning and meticulous construction. The materials used can dramatically impact the durability, aesthetics, and comfort of the home. This article will explore the seven most durable building materials for residential construction, and provide insights into the strongest material for building a house and the longest-lasting building materials available today.

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

How to Achieve a High Whole-Wall Thermal Performance With Fox Block ICFs
The whole-wall thermal performance of ICF ensures a comfortable living and working space with energy savings and manageable bills.


6 Phases in the Life Cycle of a Construction Project

Acoustic Performance of Concrete Construction with Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs)